#C4E3D8 Hex Color

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This pale, unsaturated teal brings an airy, delicate feel to UI backgrounds and minimalist layouts. Because the hex code #c4e3d8 is so light, it often washes out against pure white, making it better suited as a supporting accent than a primary base. Pair it with deep charcoal or slate gray text to maintain the necessary readability. It provides a clean, refreshing alternative to standard neutrals.

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What is #c4e3d8 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?

In RGB, #c4e3d8 is rgb(196, 227, 216), in HSL hsl(159, 36%, 83%) and in CMYK 14%, 0%, 5%, 11%.

What colors pair well with #c4e3d8?

Because #c4e3d8 is a light, desaturated mint, it requires high-contrast partners for readability. Pair it with deep charcoal or soft slate grays to create a clean, balanced interface. Avoid pairing it with pure white, as the contrast will be too low for accessible text.

Is #c4e3d8 readable on white or black?

#c4e3d8 has a 1.37:1 contrast ratio on white and 15.32:1 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.

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