#782AD4 Hex Color

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Reach for #782ad4 when a design needs a loud, saturated violet that commands attention. This purple hex code is dark and cool, with a bluish undertone, so it works best as an accent or highlight rather than a full background. White text on it reads at about 6.8:1 contrast, enough for small body text. If you want to build a palette around it, learn what colors make purple.

Questions about #782ad4

What is #782ad4 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #782ad4 is rgb(120, 42, 212), in HSL hsl(268, 67%, 50%) and in CMYK 43%, 80%, 0%, 17%.
What colors pair well with #782ad4?
#782ad4 pairs well with dark neutrals like charcoal and navy, which let its saturation carry the design. A sharp lime or teal accent adds contrast and keeps palettes from feeling heavy.
Is #782ad4 readable on white or black?
#782ad4 has a 6.81:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.08:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it works for body text and on black it works only for large text (24px, or 18.5px bold). Try other pairs in the contrast checker.