#A3E635 Hex Color
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This neon green is highly saturated with intense yellow undertones, making it impossible to ignore. Because #a3e635 reads so bright, it functions best as a small, energetic accent rather than a full page background. Pair it with deep charcoal grays to create high-contrast UI elements. The hex code for this electric lime is #a3e635, which supports black text for excellent readability.
Questions about #a3e635
What is #a3e635 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #a3e635 is rgb(163, 230, 53), in HSL hsl(83, 78%, 55%) and in CMYK 29%, 0%, 77%, 10%.
How should I use #a3e635 in my interface design?
Use #a3e635 as a tactical accent to draw attention to call-to-action buttons or status indicators, rather than for large blocks of text. Its intense brightness creates a jarring effect when used in high quantities, so keep it strictly limited to smaller, high-impact interactive elements.
What colors pair well with #a3e635 for a balanced design?
To neutralize the high-energy output of #a3e635, pair it with dark, muted neutrals like charcoal or deep slate, which provide the necessary contrast for readability. You can also offset the electric yellow undertones by introducing muted purples or deep indigos to create a sophisticated, modern palette.
Is #a3e635 readable on white or black?
#a3e635 has a 1.50:1 contrast ratio on white and 13.92:1 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.