#ED7717 Hex Color
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This saturated orange is intense and demands immediate attention. Because it is so loud, the hex code #ed7717 works best as a small accent or call-to-action button rather than a full background. Black text remains highly legible against this tone, making it safe for UI labels. Use it sparingly to inject energy into your design, as it pairs well with deep charcoal to temper its warm, aggressive character.
Questions about #ed7717
What is #ed7717 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #ed7717 is rgb(237, 119, 23), in HSL hsl(27, 86%, 51%) and in CMYK 0%, 50%, 90%, 7%.
How can I effectively use the #ed7717 orange in a UI design?
#ed7717 functions best as a strategic accent color rather than a primary background to avoid overwhelming the viewer. Use it for call-to-action buttons or UI labels where high visibility is required, ensuring it remains balanced against neutral, dark backgrounds like charcoal.
Is #ed7717 readable on white or black?
#ed7717 has a 2.89:1 contrast ratio on white and 7.25:1 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.