#7C7B7F Hex Color
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Reach for #7c7b7f when an interface needs a mid-tone grey that won’t compete with content. This ashy grey sits at medium lightness with barely any saturation, so it reads calm and practical. Black text passes AA on it at about 5.0:1 contrast, which makes the hex code a dependable surface behind body copy. Deep plum or muted teal accents give it depth.
Questions about #7c7b7f
What is #7c7b7f in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #7c7b7f is rgb(124, 123, 127), in HSL hsl(255, 2%, 49%) and in CMYK 2%, 3%, 0%, 50%.
Does black text meet WCAG AA on #7c7b7f?
Yes. Black text on #7c7b7f reaches about 5.0:1 contrast, above the 4.5:1 ratio WCAG AA requires for body text, so it works as a surface behind small type. White text falls short and should be avoided for fine print.
What colors pair well with #7c7b7f?
Deep plum and muted teal both add richness against its cool, ashy tone. Warm ochre is another good match if you want the grey to feel less industrial.
Is #7c7b7f readable on white or black?
#7c7b7f has a 4.20:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.99:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it works only for large text (24px, or 18.5px bold) and on black it works for body text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.