#C3C4C4 Hex Color
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This pale, neutral grey acts as a functional backdrop for minimalist design. Because it sits high on the lightness scale, it offers excellent readability with black text. Use hex code #c3c4c4 as a supporting tone rather than a dominant color, as it can appear washed out on large screens. It pairs well with charcoal or navy to ground interfaces without overwhelming the user’s focus.
Questions about #c3c4c4
What is #c3c4c4 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #c3c4c4 is rgb(195, 196, 196), in HSL hsl(180, 1%, 77%) and in CMYK 1%, 0%, 0%, 23%.
How should I use #c3c4c4 effectively in a UI design?
Does #c3c4c4 lean warm or cool?
The hex color #c3c4c4 leans slightly cool, providing a crisp and sterile neutrality rather than a warm, earthy tone. This makes it an ideal choice for modern, minimalist interfaces that require a clean, professional appearance without drawing unnecessary attention.
Is #c3c4c4 readable on white or black?
#c3c4c4 has a 1.74:1 contrast ratio on white and 12.01:1 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.