#78D0E2 Hex Color
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#78d0e2 is a high-key, unsaturated cyan that mimics the brightness of a clear sky. Its crisp tone makes it an excellent choice for large UI backgrounds or app interfaces where you need readability. Because black text maintains a high contrast ratio of 11.9:1 against this shade, it ensures accessibility for body copy. Pair it with soft charcoal grays rather than pure white to avoid a washed-out appearance.
Questions about #78d0e2
What is #78d0e2 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #78d0e2 is rgb(120, 208, 226), in HSL hsl(190, 65%, 68%) and in CMYK 47%, 8%, 0%, 11%.
What colors pair well with #78d0e2?
Pair #78d0e2 with soft charcoal or deep slate tones instead of pure white to maintain a balanced, modern look. Using dark neutrals prevents the brightness of this sky cyan from appearing washed out or overly sterile on digital screens.
Where is #78d0e2 most effective in web design?
This shade excels as a background for large app interfaces or web dashboards where readability is critical. Its high contrast ratio ensures that standard black text remains accessible and easy to read, making it a reliable choice for functional, content-heavy UI layouts.
Is #78d0e2 readable on white or black?
#78d0e2 has a 1.76:1 contrast ratio on white and 11.91:1 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.