#80A4FF Hex Color
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#80a4ff is a mid-tone cornflower blue with enough saturation to feel active without straining the eyes. Because it holds strong contrast against black text, this hex code works effectively for UI elements and functional icons in tech and finance applications. It creates a cleaner, more readable interface than darker navies when paired with charcoal grays instead of stark white.
Questions about #80a4ff
What is #80a4ff in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #80a4ff is rgb(128, 164, 255), in HSL hsl(223, 100%, 75%) and in CMYK 50%, 36%, 0%, 0%.
What design context works best for #80a4ff?
#80a4ff excels in functional UI applications, such as icons, buttons, or navigation elements, where you need a clear, active color that does not strain the eyes. It offers excellent contrast against dark charcoal text, creating a modern and professional digital interface.
Does #80a4ff lean warm or cool?
While #80a4ff is fundamentally a blue, it possesses a bright, airy character that feels cool but not cold or icy. Its mid-tone saturation prevents it from feeling too sterile, making it a friendly alternative to traditional corporate navy blues.
Is #80a4ff readable on white or black?
#80a4ff has a 2.42:1 contrast ratio on white and 8.67:1 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.