#78CEED Hex Color
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This bright, unsaturated cyan brings a fresh and airy quality to digital interfaces. While it functions well as a background, #78ceed really shines when used as a bold accent against dark charcoal grays. The hex code #78ceed offers excellent contrast for black text, making it a reliable choice for accessible UI elements that require clarity and a crisp, modern feel.
Questions about #78ceed
What is #78ceed in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #78ceed is rgb(120, 206, 237), in HSL hsl(196, 76%, 70%) and in CMYK 49%, 13%, 0%, 7%.
What colors pair well with #78ceed for a balanced UI design?
This shade works best when grounded by neutral, darker tones that let its inherent brightness stand out without causing eye strain. You can create a sophisticated, modern aesthetic by layering #78ceed against slate grays, or use it alongside soft charcoal to maintain visual hierarchy in digital dashboards.
Is #78ceed readable on white or black?
#78ceed has a 1.77:1 contrast ratio on white and 11.85:1 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.