#9EF7C5 Hex Color
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#9ef7c5 is a light, airy green that feels fresh and balanced. Because black text reads clearly against this high-contrast base, it works well as a large background for UI designs. It functions best as a dominant 60% color rather than an accent. Pair this pastel with deeper pink tones to ground the sweetness. The hex code for this soft green is #9ef7c5.
Questions about #9ef7c5
What is #9ef7c5 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #9ef7c5 is rgb(158, 247, 197), in HSL hsl(146, 85%, 79%) and in CMYK 36%, 0%, 20%, 3%.
What colors pair best with #9ef7c5 for a balanced palette?
Because #9ef7c5 is a bright pastel, it looks best when anchored by deeper, muted tones that provide visual weight. Try pairing it with a dark charcoal or a soft terracotta to ground the sweetness of this light green.
Does #9ef7c5 work well for interface backgrounds?
Yes, #9ef7c5 is an excellent choice for large UI backgrounds because it is light enough to maintain high readability with standard dark text. It provides a modern, clean aesthetic without straining the eyes during long periods of use.
Is #9ef7c5 readable on white or black?
#9ef7c5 has a 1.26:1 contrast ratio on white and 16.56:1 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.