#B3C02A Hex Color
Vibrant lime yellow with high energy
High-energy lime yellow commands attention, making it ideal for call-to-action buttons or small UI accents. Avoid using it as a main background, as its intensity dominates layouts. The hex code for this shade is #b3c02a. Black text reads clearly against this hue with a 10.5:1 contrast ratio, ensuring accessibility for fine details. Apply it sparingly to add spontaneity and warmth to your design palette.
Questions about #b3c02a
What is #b3c02a in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #b3c02a is rgb(179, 192, 42), in HSL hsl(65, 64%, 46%) and in CMYK 7%, 0%, 78%, 25%. Browse more shades of yellow with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #b3c02a?
Is #b3c02a suitable for text usage?
Avoid using #b3c02a for body text because its high luminosity makes it difficult to read against white backgrounds. Instead, use this hue for small interface elements where you need to draw the eye, ensuring any overlaid text remains dark for proper contrast.
Is #b3c02a readable on white or black?
#b3c02a has a 2.00:1 contrast ratio on white and 10.49:1 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.