#83E225 Hex Color
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High-energy and luminous, #83e225 functions best as a pop of color for UI accents or gaming branding. This lime shade carries a high saturation that feels immediate and fresh. Because it is extremely bright, use it sparingly as a 10% accent rather than a background. Black text remains perfectly legible against the hex code #83e225, keeping your designs accessible.
Questions about #83e225
What is #83e225 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #83e225 is rgb(131, 226, 37), in HSL hsl(90, 77%, 52%) and in CMYK 42%, 0%, 84%, 11%.
How should I use #83e225 in my UI design?
#83e225 functions best as a deliberate, high-impact accent color rather than a dominant background tone. Because it carries such extreme luminosity, it works perfectly for buttons, status indicators, or gaming call-to-action elements that require immediate user attention.
Does black text read well against #83e225?
Yes, black text maintains excellent legibility when paired against #83e225 due to the high contrast between the dark characters and the extremely bright lime background. This makes the hex code a reliable choice for readable, accessible interface design elements.
Is #83e225 readable on white or black?
#83e225 has a 1.63:1 contrast ratio on white and 12.87:1 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.