#CDD813 Hex Color
Electric yellow with a citrus edge
Like citrus zest or new spring leaves, this yellow hums with energy. #cdd813 is light and highly saturated, with just enough green to read fresh rather than soft. Black text hits about 13.4:1 contrast on it, so it holds up as a background for sale banners, buttons, and construction signage. Best used in small doses or for large type; at full width it can overwhelm a layout.
Questions about #cdd813
What is #cdd813 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #cdd813 is rgb(205, 216, 19), in HSL hsl(63, 84%, 46%) and in CMYK 5%, 0%, 91%, 15%.
What colors pair well with #cdd813?
Dark charcoal and near-black tones give #cdd813 the strongest contrast, while deep plum or navy keep it from feeling harsh. Avoid pale grays and off-whites, which wash out its brightness.
Can #cdd813 be used as a background for body text?
Yes, with black text. It reaches about 13.4:1 contrast, well past the WCAG AA requirement of 4.5:1. White or light gray text on top fails badly, so keep type dark.
Is #cdd813 readable on white or black?
#cdd813 has a 1.56:1 contrast ratio on white and 13.42:1 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.