#A3A2A4 Hex Color
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This mid-tone grey reads as a practical, dusty neutral with a flat, matte quality. Because #a3a2a4 carries enough contrast for legible small body text, it works well as a grounding base for minimal UI interfaces. It holds a professional stability that feels less sterile than pure white, though it can appear washed out if paired with very pale backgrounds. Black text offers the sharpest readability against this shade.
Questions about #a3a2a4
What is #a3a2a4 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #a3a2a4 is rgb(163, 162, 164), in HSL hsl(270, 1%, 64%) and in CMYK 1%, 1%, 0%, 36%.
Does #a3a2a4 work well for text interfaces?
#a3a2a4 is an excellent choice for functional UI backgrounds rather than body text. Because it is a mid-tone neutral, it lacks the high contrast needed for small, legible type, so you should pair it with darker text like charcoal or deep black for better readability.
Is #a3a2a4 considered a warm or cool grey?
#a3a2a4 functions as a balanced, dusty neutral without strong temperature leanings, which makes it incredibly versatile. It avoids the clinical, sterile feeling of pure whites or cooler industrial greys, providing a grounded, matte appearance that feels professional and calm in any layout.
Is #a3a2a4 readable on white or black?
#a3a2a4 has a 2.54:1 contrast ratio on white and 8.26:1 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.