#7699E9 Hex Color
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#7699e9 is a muted, cool cornflower blue that balances professional stability with a approachable tone. Its moderate saturation makes it a reliable choice for UI backgrounds where you need to avoid visual fatigue. Pair this shade with a crisp, near-black charcoal to ensure high legibility. The hex code for this cool blue is #7699e9, an ideal selection for clean, modern interface design and corporate branding.
Questions about #7699e9
What is #7699e9 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #7699e9 is rgb(118, 153, 233), in HSL hsl(222, 72%, 69%) and in CMYK 49%, 34%, 0%, 9%.
How should I use #7699e9 in UI design?
Use #7699e9 as a primary background color or interface element to maintain professional stability without causing eye fatigue. It works exceptionally well when paired with crisp charcoal or deep navy text for high legibility and a clean, modern aesthetic.
What color undertones does #7699e9 have?
The #7699e9 hex color carries distinct cool blue undertones that feel approachable rather than icy or clinical. Its moderate saturation keeps the hue grounded, making it versatile enough for corporate branding or wellness applications where calm, steady visuals are essential.
Is #7699e9 readable on white or black?
#7699e9 has a 2.79:1 contrast ratio on white and 7.50:1 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.