#EB2C06 Hex Color
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#eb2c06 is a high-octane red that demands immediate attention. With its extreme saturation and warm, flame-like intensity, this color overwhelms if used across large surfaces. Reserve the hex code #eb2c06 for small UI accents like call-to-action buttons. It maintains 4.9:1 contrast with black text, making it a reliable, high-impact choice for warning labels or buttons that need to stand out from the page.
Questions about #eb2c06
What is #eb2c06 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #eb2c06 is rgb(235, 44, 6), in HSL hsl(10, 95%, 47%) and in CMYK 0%, 81%, 97%, 8%. Browse more shades of red with names and hex codes.
How should I use #eb2c06 in interface design?
Reserve #eb2c06 for small UI elements like critical call-to-action buttons or warning indicators. Because of its extreme saturation and high intensity, it can easily overwhelm a layout if applied to large backgrounds or broad surfaces.
Is #eb2c06 readable on white or black?
#eb2c06 has a 4.28:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.89:1 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.