#EB4E37 Hex Color
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This saturated, high-intensity red commands immediate attention. Because of its extreme luminosity, #eb4e37 works best as a 10% accent color for call-to-action buttons or alerts rather than a background. Pair it with dark charcoal grays for a balanced, modern look. The hex code #eb4e37 offers enough contrast for black text, ensuring readability when used for UI highlights or critical warnings.
Questions about #eb4e37
What is #eb4e37 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #eb4e37 is rgb(235, 78, 55), in HSL hsl(8, 82%, 57%) and in CMYK 0%, 67%, 77%, 8%.
How should #eb4e37 be used in interface design?
#eb4e37 functions best as a focused 10% accent color for interactive elements like buttons, error states, or urgent notifications. Because of its extreme luminosity, avoiding large background fills prevents visual fatigue and keeps your interface layout balanced.
Which colors create a balanced palette with #eb4e37?
Pair #eb4e37 with deep charcoal or dark neutral tones to ground its intensity and improve readability. Using it alongside desaturated grays provides a modern, professional contrast that lets the red-orange pop without overwhelming the user's focus.
Is #eb4e37 readable on white or black?
#eb4e37 has a 3.69:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.67:1 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.