#72B043 Hex Color
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#72b043 is a bold, high-energy green that demands attention. Because this shade is so saturated, it overwhelms when used for large backgrounds. Use it instead as a sharp accent for calls to action. It pairs perfectly with black text, as the contrast ratio is excellent for accessibility. The hex code for this lush, beaming green is #72b043, a reliable choice for vibrant design.
Questions about #72b043
What is #72b043 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #72b043 is rgb(114, 176, 67), in HSL hsl(94, 45%, 48%) and in CMYK 35%, 0%, 62%, 31%.
Is #72b043 suitable for large background areas?
Because #72b043 is so highly saturated and intense, it often overwhelms the eye when applied to large areas. Designers generally find it more effective as a deliberate, small-scale pop of color used to highlight important interactive elements like buttons.
Is #72b043 readable on white or black?
#72b043 has a 2.62:1 contrast ratio on white and 8.00:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it is too faint for text and on black it works for body text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.