#99F497 Hex Color
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This neon green is highly saturated and glows with a fresh, synthetic intensity. Because it is so bright, it works best as a small accent to draw attention in UI design rather than a full background. Pair it with dark charcoal for a sharp, modern contrast, as black text reads perfectly against it. The hex code for this electric green is #99f497.
Questions about #99f497
What is #99f497 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #99f497 is rgb(153, 244, 151), in HSL hsl(119, 81%, 77%) and in CMYK 37%, 0%, 38%, 4%.
How can I effectively use #99f497 in a UI design?
#99f497 should be reserved for high-impact UI elements like call-to-action buttons, notification badges, or focused icons. Because it is so saturated, using it as a background color can easily overwhelm the viewer and tire the eyes during extended screen time.
Is #99f497 readable on white or black?
#99f497 has a 1.33:1 contrast ratio on white and 15.74:1 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.