#99C386 Hex Color
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This unsaturated, pastel green carries a soft, fresh energy. Because it is highly readable, the hex code #99c386 works well as a background color for UI interfaces that need to feel approachable and calm. It pairs effectively with deep charcoal grays, which provide the necessary contrast for accessibility. Avoid using it alongside other pale colors, as it can quickly lose definition and look washed out.
Questions about #99c386
What is #99c386 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #99c386 is rgb(153, 195, 134), in HSL hsl(101, 34%, 65%) and in CMYK 22%, 0%, 31%, 24%.
Is #99c386 suitable for text in a user interface?
Using #99c386 as a primary text color is generally not recommended because it lacks the necessary contrast against light backgrounds for WCAG compliance. Instead, use this shade as a background or accent color and overlay it with high-contrast text to ensure accessibility.
Is #99c386 readable on white or black?
#99c386 has a 1.99:1 contrast ratio on white and 10.50:1 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.