#F7720C Hex Color
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This punchy, saturated orange demands attention. Because it is so intense, use the hex code #f7720c sparingly as a 10% accent rather than a background. It pairs exceptionally well with charcoal gray or dark navy for high contrast. Black text reads clearly against this shade with a 7.4:1 ratio, making it a reliable choice for buttons and critical call-to-action highlights.
Questions about #f7720c
What is #f7720c in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #f7720c is rgb(247, 114, 12), in HSL hsl(26, 94%, 51%) and in CMYK 0%, 54%, 95%, 3%.
What are the best color pairings for #f7720c?
Because #f7720c is extremely vibrant, it balances best against deep, neutral backdrops like charcoal or dark navy. These grounding tones prevent the orange from overwhelming the composition while creating high-contrast, professional layouts.
Is #f7720c readable on white or black?
#f7720c has a 2.85:1 contrast ratio on white and 7.36:1 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.