#E2E6F4 Hex Color
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A pale, desaturated indigo, #e2e6f4 reads as a cool neutral with a sophisticated, ghostly edge. Because it is very light, it works best as a primary background color rather than for text or fine details. Pair it with deep charcoal or slate for a modern, structured look. This hex code provides excellent contrast for black type, making it a functional choice for web interfaces.
Questions about #e2e6f4
What is #e2e6f4 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #e2e6f4 is rgb(226, 230, 244), in HSL hsl(227, 45%, 92%) and in CMYK 7%, 6%, 0%, 4%.
How should I use #e2e6f4 in UI design?
#e2e6f4 works best as a primary background color for modern web interfaces because it remains subtle while offering enough depth to support readability. It provides a soft, professional alternative to stark white or standard gray backgrounds when paired with charcoal or dark navy text.
Does #e2e6f4 read as a warm or cool color?
The #e2e6f4 color is definitively cool, sitting in the light indigo and blue-grey spectrum. Its desaturated nature strips away the intensity of traditional blues, resulting in a ghostly, neutral aesthetic that feels clean and composed rather than vibrant or energizing.
Is #e2e6f4 readable on white or black?
#e2e6f4 has a 1.24:1 contrast ratio on white and 16.85:1 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.