#E6F7FF Hex Color
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This luminous cyan is nearly white, offering a clean, airy alternative for UI backgrounds. Because black text maintains high contrast against this shade, it remains legible for small body copy. The hex code #e6f7ff works best when paired with deeper, saturated blues for balance. Designers often select this color for technology or healthcare interfaces that require a trustworthy and refreshing visual foundation.
Questions about #e6f7ff
What is #e6f7ff in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #e6f7ff is rgb(230, 247, 255), in HSL hsl(199, 100%, 95%) and in CMYK 10%, 3%, 0%, 0%.
What makes #e6f7ff effective for UI design?
#e6f7ff functions as a near-white background that maintains excellent readability for small black body text while reducing visual strain. Its subtle cyan undertone offers a cooler, more modern alternative to stark white, making it ideal for clean, data-heavy dashboard interfaces.
Which colors pair well with #e6f7ff?
Deep, saturated blues like navy create a sophisticated monochromatic palette, while pairing it with warm grays or charcoal provides necessary grounding. This high-contrast pairing ensures that critical interface elements remain legible while allowing the background to recede into a soft, professional backdrop.
Is #e6f7ff readable on white or black?
#e6f7ff has a 1.09:1 contrast ratio on white and 19.11:1 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.