#A9FB6E Hex Color
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This electric, high-saturation lime demands attention with its intense, glowing luminosity. Because it is so bright, #a9fb6e works best as a sharp accent rather than a background color, as it can overwhelm the eye. It pairs unexpectedly well with deep charcoal or muted navy blues. The hex code is #a9fb6e, and it maintains excellent accessibility when paired with high-contrast black text.
Questions about #a9fb6e
What is #a9fb6e in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #a9fb6e is rgb(169, 251, 110), in HSL hsl(95, 95%, 71%) and in CMYK 33%, 0%, 56%, 2%.
What are the best colors to pair with #a9fb6e?
#a9fb6e thrives against deep, grounding neutrals that let its electric intensity stand out. It pairs exceptionally well with deep charcoal or navy blue, providing a sophisticated contrast that prevents the lime from feeling overwhelming in a complex layout.
How should I use #a9fb6e in UI design?
Use #a9fb6e strictly as a high-impact accent color for buttons, call-to-action indicators, or data visualization highlights. Avoid using it for large background areas or body text, as its extreme brightness quickly causes eye strain and reduces overall legibility.
Is #a9fb6e readable on white or black?
#a9fb6e has a 1.25:1 contrast ratio on white and 16.71:1 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.