#76B1FC Hex Color
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#76b1fc is a bright, clear blue with significant saturation. It lacks the gray undertones of muted pastels, giving it a crisp, energetic presence. This color works best as an accent in UI designs or social media graphics, as it can overwhelm large backgrounds. Because black text offers a 9.5:1 contrast ratio, it remains highly readable even when used for smaller interface details.
Questions about #76b1fc
What is #76b1fc in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #76b1fc is rgb(118, 177, 252), in HSL hsl(214, 96%, 73%) and in CMYK 53%, 30%, 0%, 1%.
What makes #76b1fc effective for user interface design?
This color possesses a high level of saturation and a crisp tone, making it ideal for buttons, icons, or navigation highlights. It commands immediate attention against neutral backgrounds like charcoal, ensuring crucial interface elements remain distinct without feeling overwhelming to the user's eye.
Is #76b1fc a good choice for text?
While #76b1fc offers excellent readability against black, it is generally too bright and eye-straining to use for large blocks of copy. Reserve this shade for calls-to-action or subtle interface details where you need a pop of energetic color that contrasts sharply.
Is #76b1fc readable on white or black?
#76b1fc has a 2.21:1 contrast ratio on white and 9.46:1 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.