#757979 Hex Color
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#757979 is an ashy, mid-tone grey with a flat, neutral character. It lacks strong warm or cool undertones, making it a stable base for minimal UI design. Because it offers a 4.8:1 contrast ratio against black text, it works well for readable body copy. The hex code #757979 functions best as a supporting background, grounding brighter accent colors without competing for attention.
Questions about #757979
What is #757979 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #757979 is rgb(117, 121, 121), in HSL hsl(180, 2%, 47%) and in CMYK 3%, 0%, 0%, 53%. Browse more shades of gray with names and hex codes.
When should I use #757979 in my interface design?
Use #757979 as a supporting background or secondary text color because its neutral, mid-tone nature provides high legibility against white and does not compete with primary brand colors. It effectively bridges the gap between light backgrounds and darker, high-contrast elements.
Does #757979 have warm or cool undertones?
This color is distinctively neutral, lacking prominent warm or cool bias, which makes it incredibly versatile for flat design systems. Because it stays true to its grey character without veering toward blue or brown, it remains a reliable constant when pairing with saturated hues.
Is #757979 readable on white or black?
#757979 has a 4.40:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.76:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it works only for large text (24px, or 18.5px bold) and on black it works for body text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.