#F7A81B Hex Color
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This intense yellow-orange radiates energy and warmth. Due to its high saturation, #f7a81b functions best as a small, punchy accent rather than a primary UI background. Designers should pair it with deep charcoal or black for maximum readability, as this shade offers a strong 10.6:1 contrast ratio against black text. The hex code for this vibrant hue is #f7a81b.
Questions about #f7a81b
What is #f7a81b in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #f7a81b is rgb(247, 168, 27), in HSL hsl(38, 93%, 54%) and in CMYK 0%, 32%, 89%, 3%.
How should I use #f7a81b in UI design?
Because of its intense saturation, use #f7a81b primarily as a small, punchy accent element rather than a large background. It is perfect for call-to-action buttons or highlighted data points that require immediate visual attention from the user.
What colors pair well with #f7a81b?
This vibrant yellow-orange pairs best with charcoal or deep black for maximum readability and a professional look. For a complementary palette, consider mixing it with deep blues or teals to balance the warmth with cool, grounding tones.
Is #f7a81b readable on white or black?
#f7a81b has a 1.98:1 contrast ratio on white and 10.57:1 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.