#9FA0A5 Hex Color
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#9fa0a5 is a medium-toned, dusty grey that provides a stable, unobtrusive backdrop for UI design. Because it sits at a mid-value, it can look slightly flat on its own. Pair it with high-contrast blacks for readable typography, as the 8.0:1 ratio ensures excellent accessibility. Use this hex code as a supporting neutral to anchor brighter, more saturated brand accents.
Questions about #9fa0a5
What is #9fa0a5 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #9fa0a5 is rgb(159, 160, 165), in HSL hsl(230, 3%, 64%) and in CMYK 4%, 3%, 0%, 35%.
How can I best use #9fa0a5 in UI design?
#9fa0a5 works exceptionally well as a supporting neutral for backgrounds or muted interface elements. Because it sits at a mid-value, it creates a stable, professional look that allows high-contrast typography, like charcoal or near-black text, to remain perfectly readable.
Does #9fa0a5 lean warm or cool?
This color sits quite neutrally, though its dusty quality often leans slightly cool in practice depending on surrounding hues. It lacks strong yellow or blue undertones, making it a safe, predictable choice for balancing brighter, more vibrant color palettes.
Is #9fa0a5 readable on white or black?
#9fa0a5 has a 2.61:1 contrast ratio on white and 8.04:1 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.