#B9D313 Hex Color
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This high-energy, chartreuse-leaning yellow demands immediate attention. Because the saturation is so intense, use #b9d313 as a 10% accent color rather than a primary background to avoid visual fatigue. It pairs well with dark charcoal or deep navy for a modern look. The hex code provides strong contrast for black text, scoring 12.4:1
Questions about #b9d313
What is #b9d313 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #b9d313 is rgb(185, 211, 19), in HSL hsl(68, 83%, 45%) and in CMYK 12%, 0%, 91%, 17%.
How should #b9d313 be used in design projects?
Because #b9d313 is highly saturated and demands attention, use it sparingly as a 10% accent color rather than a background shade. It acts as an excellent tool for calls-to-action or highlighting key interface elements without overwhelming the user's focus.
What colors provide the best balance for #b9d313?
Is #b9d313 readable on white or black?
#b9d313 has a 1.69:1 contrast ratio on white and 12.38:1 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.