#F4FAFD Hex Color
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#f4fafd is a crisp, cool off-white that creates a clinical, airy feel for modern web interfaces. This shade functions as an ideal dominant background because it offers high contrast for dark type. It meets WCAG AA standards, ensuring small body text remains readable. The hex code for this neutral tone is #f4fafd.
Questions about #f4fafd
What is #f4fafd in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #f4fafd is rgb(244, 250, 253), in HSL hsl(200, 69%, 97%) and in CMYK 4%, 1%, 0%, 1%.
Why is #f4fafd a good choice for UI background surfaces?
#f4fafd acts as a soft alternative to pure white, reducing eye strain while maintaining a crisp, clinical aesthetic. It provides enough subtle coolness to keep layouts looking modern without appearing sterile, making it ideal for large content-heavy applications.
Is #f4fafd readable on white or black?
#f4fafd has a 1.05:1 contrast ratio on white and 19.93:1 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.