#A9B714 Hex Color
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This punchy, high-energy chartreuse demands attention with its aggressive yellow-green saturation. Because it is so intense, use the hex code #a9b714 sparingly as a 10% accent for calls to action rather than a dominant background. It pairs surprisingly well with deep charcoal grays to create a modern, high-contrast look. Black text reads clearly against it, ensuring your critical interface elements remain legible.
Questions about #a9b714
What is #a9b714 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #a9b714 is rgb(169, 183, 20), in HSL hsl(65, 80%, 40%) and in CMYK 8%, 0%, 89%, 28%.
What colors pair well with #a9b714?
Use deep charcoal or near-black tones to balance the intense energy of #a9b714. Because this green is so saturated, grounding it with a dark, neutral background creates a modern, readable look that makes the accent pop without overwhelming your interface.
Is #a9b714 readable on white or black?
#a9b714 has a 2.21:1 contrast ratio on white and 9.47:1 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.