#E3AD0B Hex Color
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This saturated, golden yellow projects high energy and spontaneity. Because #e3ad0b is so intense, it works best as a 10% accent color for buttons or call to action highlights rather than a full page background. It pairs exceptionally well with deep charcoal grays to create a sharp, legible contrast. This hex code provides enough readability for black text, making it a functional choice for bold design elements.
Questions about #e3ad0b
What is #e3ad0b in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #e3ad0b is rgb(227, 173, 11), in HSL hsl(45, 91%, 47%) and in CMYK 0%, 24%, 95%, 11%.
How can I effectively use #e3ad0b in web design?
#e3ad0b functions best as a high-impact accent color rather than a primary background shade. It excels as a 10% highlight for call to action buttons or design elements when paired with deep charcoal or near-black text for optimal legibility.
Is #e3ad0b readable on white or black?
#e3ad0b has a 2.04:1 contrast ratio on white and 10.24:1 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.