#AEF477 Hex Color
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#aef477 is a high-intensity, neon lime that feels artificial and electric. Because it is so saturated, this shade functions best as an accent color for gaming or sports branding rather than a large background. It pairs well against deep charcoal or black, which helps ground the brightness. If you are experimenting with muted tones, understanding what colors make gray helps balance this aggressive, glittering hue.
Questions about #aef477
What is #aef477 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #aef477 is rgb(174, 244, 119), in HSL hsl(94, 85%, 71%) and in CMYK 29%, 0%, 51%, 4%.
How can I balance the brightness of #aef477 in a layout?
Pair #aef477 with deep, neutral backgrounds like charcoal or matte black to ground its high intensity. Using it sparingly as an accent color allows the neon quality to pop without overwhelming the user or causing visual strain.
Is #aef477 readable on white or black?
#aef477 has a 1.31:1 contrast ratio on white and 16.00:1 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.