#EDB120 Hex Color
Energetic golden yellow with sunny warmth
#edb120 is a bright, warm yellow with high saturation. Because it carries so much energy, it works best as an accent color rather than a primary background. It pairs exceptionally well with charcoal or deep navy for maximum readability, as black text provides a strong 10.9:1 contrast ratio against this hue. Use this hex code to inject urgency and spontaneity into buttons, calls to action, or small UI details.
Questions about #edb120
What is #edb120 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #edb120 is rgb(237, 177, 32), in HSL hsl(42, 85%, 53%) and in CMYK 0%, 25%, 86%, 7%.
Is #edb120 suitable for primary UI elements?
This color functions best as an accent rather than a primary interface color because of its intense energy. Use #edb120 for specific highlights, buttons, or calls to action to create a sense of urgency without overwhelming the user interface.
Is #edb120 readable on white or black?
#edb120 has a 1.92:1 contrast ratio on white and 10.91:1 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.