#A0D9ED Hex Color
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This cool, pale cyan sits at a high lightness, offering a refreshing feel that avoids being sugary. Because of its generous contrast with black, #a0d9ed works well as a background for readable UI text. It pairs effectively with deep charcoals or slate grays for a modern, tech-focused palette. As a hex code, #a0d9ed provides a clean, airy foundation without overpowering other elements in your design.
Questions about #a0d9ed
What is #a0d9ed in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #a0d9ed is rgb(160, 217, 237), in HSL hsl(196, 68%, 78%) and in CMYK 32%, 8%, 0%, 7%.
How should I use #a0d9ed in interface design?
#a0d9ed serves as an ideal background for dark-mode text because its high lightness provides significant contrast against charcoal or deep slate tones. Use it to keep UI layouts feeling airy and professional without the intensity of a fully saturated blue.
Does #a0d9ed read as a warm or cool color?
As a cyan-based shade, #a0d9ed is distinctly cool, carrying a refreshing and crisp undertone that feels more like clear sky than oceanic depth. This temperature makes it perfect for branding that needs to project cleanliness, clarity, and modern digital precision.
Is #a0d9ed readable on white or black?
#a0d9ed has a 1.53:1 contrast ratio on white and 13.64:1 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.