#C4E083 Hex Color
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This pastel lime offers a light, airy quality that works well for youthful or spring-themed branding. The hex code #c4e083 maintains high visibility with black text, allowing for clean, readable UI designs. It functions best as an accent color rather than a dominant background, where its brightness can feel overwhelming. Pair it with charcoal or navy to ground its playful, glowing energy.
Questions about #c4e083
What is #c4e083 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #c4e083 is rgb(196, 224, 131), in HSL hsl(78, 60%, 70%) and in CMYK 12%, 0%, 42%, 12%.
How do I use #c4e083 effectively in a UI design?
What color schemes work well with #c4e083?
This pastel lime creates a fresh, spring-inspired palette when combined with soft earth tones or crisp neutrals. Try contrasting #c4e083 with a muted terracotta for a balanced, sophisticated look that grounds the lime's natural, high-energy glow without overwhelming your layout.
Is #c4e083 readable on white or black?
#c4e083 has a 1.46:1 contrast ratio on white and 14.33:1 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.