#FC4462 Hex Color
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#fc4462 is a high-octane red with warm, saturated tones that demand immediate attention. Because this hue is intense, use it sparingly as a 10% accent for calls to action rather than a large background. The hex code #fc4462 pairs well with black text for solid readability. Ground this shade with cool, dark neutrals to prevent visual fatigue in your layouts.
Questions about #fc4462
What is #fc4462 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #fc4462 is rgb(252, 68, 98), in HSL hsl(350, 97%, 63%) and in CMYK 0%, 73%, 61%, 1%.
How should I use #fc4462 in a user interface?
#fc4462 functions best as a high-visibility accent color rather than a primary background shade. Because of its intense, high-octane energy, reserve this color for call-to-action buttons or critical alerts where you need to draw the user's eye immediately.
What colors pair well with #fc4462?
Ground #fc4462 by pairing it with cool, dark neutrals like deep slate or charcoal to prevent visual fatigue. These dark, muted tones provide the necessary contrast to let the vibrant, saturated red pop without overwhelming the overall layout of your design.
Is #fc4462 readable on white or black?
#fc4462 has a 3.41:1 contrast ratio on white and 6.14:1 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.