#C5D7E0 Hex Color
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This pale, greyish blue offers a clean, airy foundation for minimalist interfaces. The hex code #c5d7e0 provides ample contrast for black text, boasting a 14.2:1 ratio that ensures high legibility. Designers often use this shade as a neutral background in tech or finance sectors. Pair it with deep navy to provide the structure this soft tone sometimes lacks when placed against lighter elements.
Questions about #c5d7e0
What is #c5d7e0 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #c5d7e0 is rgb(197, 215, 224), in HSL hsl(200, 30%, 83%) and in CMYK 12%, 4%, 0%, 12%. Browse more shades of gray with names and hex codes.
How can I effectively use #c5d7e0 in a layout?
#c5d7e0 works best as a neutral background, providing a spacious and airy feel for minimalist interfaces without sacrificing readability. Because it is a soft, muted shade, pair it with navy or charcoal text to create necessary structure and visual anchor points.
Is #c5d7e0 readable on white or black?
#c5d7e0 has a 1.48:1 contrast ratio on white and 14.17:1 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.