#F24B43 Hex Color
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This intense, saturated red commands immediate attention. Because it is highly energetic and loud, #f24b43 works best as a sharp accent or a call to action rather than a large background. It pairs exceptionally well with charcoal gray or deep navy for a balanced, modern look. The hex code #f24b43 offers enough contrast for legible black text, making it a safe choice for important UI elements.
Questions about #f24b43
What is #f24b43 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #f24b43 is rgb(242, 75, 67), in HSL hsl(3, 87%, 61%) and in CMYK 0%, 69%, 72%, 5%. Browse more shades of red with names and hex codes.
How should I use #f24b43 in interface design?
#f24b43 serves best as a bold, high-contrast action color for primary buttons or essential alerts. Because of its intense, energetic nature, keep it limited to specific UI elements rather than using it for large background sections or body text.
What colors pair best with #f24b43?
Is #f24b43 readable on white or black?
#f24b43 has a 3.58:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.86:1 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.