#949697 Hex Color
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#949697 is a balanced, neutral grey that avoids heavy undertones. This muted mid-tone serves as a dependable supporting player in UI design, especially for secondary text or subtle background panels. Because it offers strong contrast against black, it remains readable even at smaller sizes. Use this hex code as a stable, professional anchor when you need to avoid the distraction of pure white or aggressive black.
Questions about #949697
What is #949697 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #949697 is rgb(148, 150, 151), in HSL hsl(200, 1%, 59%) and in CMYK 2%, 1%, 0%, 41%.
What colors pair well with #949697 in a palette?
Is #949697 readable on white or black?
#949697 has a 2.97:1 contrast ratio on white and 7.06:1 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.