#E04A47 Hex Color

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This saturated, warm red demands immediate attention with its intense, beaming quality. Because it is highly vivid, #e04a47 functions best as a high-impact accent or call-to-action button rather than a large background field. Black text pairs perfectly with this shade for clear readability. The hex code for this powerful red is #e04a47.

Questions about #e04a47

What is #e04a47 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #e04a47 is rgb(224, 74, 71), in HSL hsl(1, 71%, 58%) and in CMYK 0%, 67%, 68%, 12%.
How should I use #e04a47 in a user interface?
#e04a47 acts as a powerful accent color designed to draw the eye immediately to interactive elements like buttons or notification badges. Because it is so saturated, avoid using it for large background areas or body text, as it can overwhelm the viewer.
Which colors create a balanced palette with #e04a47?
Pair #e04a47 with neutrals like charcoal or soft off-white shades to anchor its intensity without competing for attention. If you need a secondary color, a desaturated teal or navy provides a complementary contrast that keeps your design readable and professional.
Is #e04a47 readable on white or black?
#e04a47 has a 4.00:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.23:1 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.