#78A825 Hex Color

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This bold, saturated lime demands attention in any digital interface. Because of its high intensity, use #78a825 as an accent or call to action button rather than a background. Black text reads clearly against this hex code, ensuring high readability for small details. If you are interested in mixing gray to tone down this energy, keep your surrounding palette neutral.

Questions about #78a825

What is #78a825 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #78a825 is rgb(120, 168, 37), in HSL hsl(82, 64%, 40%) and in CMYK 29%, 0%, 78%, 34%.
Where should I use #78a825 in a web design?
This vibrant shade works best as an accent color for call-to-action buttons, notification badges, or data visualization highlights. Because it demands high attention, avoid using #78a825 as a background color to prevent eye strain.
What colors pair well with #78a825?
To balance the intensity of #78a825, pair it with a deep charcoal or a soft slate to maintain high contrast and readability. These neutral anchors allow the lime green to pop without overwhelming the surrounding layout.
Is #78a825 readable on white or black?
#78a825 has a 2.82:1 contrast ratio on white and 7.42:1 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.