#D1701B Hex Color
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This strong, saturated orange commands attention with its intense, warm energy. Because it is so loud, #d1701b works best as a punchy 10% accent color rather than a large background. It pairs well with deep charcoal or navy blue to ground its inherent playfulness. The hex code #d1701b offers enough contrast for legible black text, making it a reliable choice for high-visibility buttons and call-to-action elements.
Questions about #d1701b
What is #d1701b in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #d1701b is rgb(209, 112, 27), in HSL hsl(28, 77%, 46%) and in CMYK 0%, 46%, 87%, 18%.
How should I use #d1701b in a UI design?
Use #d1701b sparingly as a 10% accent color to draw attention to call-to-action buttons or highlights. Because the shade is so saturated, it effectively directs the user's eye without overwhelming the layout or tiring the viewer's gaze.
What colors balance the intensity of #d1701b?
Is #d1701b readable on white or black?
#d1701b has a 3.47:1 contrast ratio on white and 6.04:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it works only for large text (24px, or 18.5px bold) and on black it works for body text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.