#8EF565 Hex Color

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#8ef565 is a high-saturation, neon lime that demands attention. Because it is so bright, it works best as a punchy accent color rather than a large background. It pairs exceptionally well with charcoal gray or deep navy to ground its intensity. The hex code for this electric green is #8ef565, which offers excellent readability when used with black text for interface buttons or UI elements.

Questions about #8ef565

What is #8ef565 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #8ef565 is rgb(142, 245, 101), in HSL hsl(103, 88%, 68%) and in CMYK 42%, 0%, 59%, 4%.
What colors pair best with #8ef565?
#8ef565 is incredibly intense and demands a grounded partner to balance its brightness. Pair it with deep charcoal or dark navy to create a sophisticated interface that allows the lime to pop without overwhelming the user's eyes.
Is #8ef565 readable on white or black?
#8ef565 has a 1.36:1 contrast ratio on white and 15.39:1 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.