#F97316 Hex Color
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This high-energy orange is impossible to ignore. Its saturation makes it an ideal accent color for calls to action or UI highlights rather than large background areas. Use #f97316 sparingly to direct user attention, as it demands focus immediately. Pair it with dark charcoal grays for excellent legibility, as black text maintains high contrast against this bright hex code.
Questions about #f97316
What is #f97316 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #f97316 is rgb(249, 115, 22), in HSL hsl(25, 95%, 53%) and in CMYK 0%, 54%, 91%, 2%.
When should I use #f97316 for user interfaces?
Use #f97316 sparingly as a dedicated accent color for high-priority elements like primary buttons or important notification badges. Because it is so saturated, it draws the eye immediately, making it ineffective if overused across large, passive background surfaces.
Is #f97316 readable on white or black?
#f97316 has a 2.80:1 contrast ratio on white and 7.49:1 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.