#F553A4 Hex Color
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This saturated, neon-leaning pink commands immediate attention. Because of its intensity, #f553a4 works best as a small 10% accent or call-to-action button rather than a full background. Black text reads clearly on this hex code, providing excellent readability with a 6.7:1 contrast ratio. When learning how to make pink, keep in mind that this shade pairs surprisingly well with dark, moody charcoals.
Questions about #f553a4
What is #f553a4 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #f553a4 is rgb(245, 83, 164), in HSL hsl(330, 89%, 64%) and in CMYK 0%, 66%, 33%, 4%.
How can I use #f553a4 effectively in design layouts?
#f553a4 is an extremely intense, neon-leaning shade that works best as a targeted accent or 10% highlight rather than a background. Use it sparingly on buttons or iconography where you need to draw the eye immediately.
Is #f553a4 readable on white or black?
#f553a4 has a 3.15:1 contrast ratio on white and 6.65:1 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.