#C4C5C8 Hex Color
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This pale, bleached grey functions as a reliable neutral for clean, minimal interfaces. It maintains excellent contrast with black text, making #c4c5c8 a solid choice for readable body copy or background surfaces. The hex code for this shade is #c4c5c8. Use caution when layering it against pure white, as the color can appear washed out or muddy compared to brighter, lighter tones.
Questions about #c4c5c8
What is #c4c5c8 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #c4c5c8 is rgb(196, 197, 200), in HSL hsl(225, 4%, 78%) and in CMYK 2%, 1%, 0%, 22%.
Does #c4c5c8 work well for body text?
#c4c5c8 is generally too light for small, body-sized text if accessibility is a priority, as it often lacks sufficient contrast against white backgrounds. It is best reserved for secondary UI elements, borders, or subtle background surfaces rather than primary readability.
What makes #c4c5c8 a versatile neutral?
This shade functions as a stable, desaturated grey that does not clash with vibrant primary or secondary colors. Because it sits in the middle-light spectrum, it provides a clean, unobtrusive foundation that allows bolder design elements to stand out more effectively.
Is #c4c5c8 readable on white or black?
#c4c5c8 has a 1.72:1 contrast ratio on white and 12.16:1 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.