#C3DD6C Hex Color
An energetic yellow-lime with vibrant punch
This yellow-lime is a high-chroma, energetic tone that demands attention. The hex code for this shade is #c3dd6c. Because it can be overwhelming at large scales, use it as a 10% accent rather than a dominant background. It pairs effectively with dark charcoal for modern gaming interfaces. Since it provides a strong 13.9:1 contrast with black, it remains perfectly readable for small text elements.
Questions about #c3dd6c
What is #c3dd6c in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #c3dd6c is rgb(195, 221, 108), in HSL hsl(74, 62%, 65%) and in CMYK 12%, 0%, 51%, 13%.
How should I use #c3dd6c in interface design?
Use #c3dd6c as a selective 10% accent rather than a primary background color because its high saturation can overwhelm the viewer. It creates a striking, modern look when paired with charcoal or deep neutral tones.
Is #c3dd6c readable on white or black?
#c3dd6c has a 1.51:1 contrast ratio on white and 13.87:1 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.