#E4E7EB Hex Color
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#e4e7eb is an ultra-light, bleached grey with a clean, airy quality. It functions best as a background color for minimalist UI design, providing ample room for content without competing for attention. Since black text provides strong contrast against this shade, it remains highly readable for body copy. Use it to replace stark white when you need a softer, more professional neutral base.
Questions about #e4e7eb
What is #e4e7eb in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #e4e7eb is rgb(228, 231, 235), in HSL hsl(214, 15%, 91%) and in CMYK 3%, 2%, 0%, 8%.
How does #e4e7eb function in UI design compared to pure white?
#e4e7eb acts as a softer alternative to stark white, reducing eye strain in long-form reading environments. By providing a subtle separation between elements, it maintains a clean, minimalist aesthetic while ensuring high contrast for black or dark grey typography.
Which color palettes pair most effectively with #e4e7eb?
Is #e4e7eb readable on white or black?
#e4e7eb has a 1.24:1 contrast ratio on white and 16.92:1 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.