#ADBCC2 Hex Color
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#adbcc2 is an ashy, desaturated cyan that feels grounded and dusty rather than bright. Because of its muted, greyish undertones, this color functions best as a supporting tone or a neutral UI background rather than a main focal point. It pairs cleanly with charcoal grey or deep plum. The hex code #adbcc2 offers enough contrast for legible black text, making it highly practical for professional digital interfaces.
Questions about #adbcc2
What is #adbcc2 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #adbcc2 is rgb(173, 188, 194), in HSL hsl(197, 15%, 72%) and in CMYK 11%, 3%, 0%, 24%.
How should I use #adbcc2 in my UI design?
#adbcc2 functions best as a neutral, supporting background color rather than a primary focal point. Its desaturated, ashy quality provides a soft, professional look that allows darker text, such as charcoal, to stand out clearly against the interface.
Does #adbcc2 work well with dark or light text?
#adbcc2 offers sufficient contrast for standard black or very dark grey text, making it a reliable choice for accessible UI components. It avoids the harsh brightness of pure cyan, keeping the overall design aesthetic soft and grounded for extended reading.
Is #adbcc2 readable on white or black?
#adbcc2 has a 1.95:1 contrast ratio on white and 10.74:1 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.