#78ACFA Hex Color
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This clear, mid-tone blue carries a slight pastel quality that feels open and approachable. Because #78acfa maintains high contrast, it works well as a background color for readable black text. Designers often use this shade in tech interfaces or healthcare branding to project reliability. Pair it with soft charcoals rather than pure white to keep the palette from feeling washed out.
Questions about #78acfa
What is #78acfa in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #78acfa is rgb(120, 172, 250), in HSL hsl(216, 93%, 73%) and in CMYK 52%, 31%, 0%, 2%.
What colors pair well with #78acfa for a professional look?
Pair #78acfa with deep charcoal or slate grays rather than pure white to create a balanced, modern aesthetic. This combination prevents the design from feeling washed out while maintaining the high contrast needed for readable text in user interfaces.
Is #78acfa readable on white or black?
#78acfa has a 2.31:1 contrast ratio on white and 9.08:1 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.