#FFEB0A Hex Color
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#ffeb0a is a high-saturation, neon yellow that demands immediate attention. This hex code works best as a 10% accent in UI design rather than a dominant background, as its intensity can fatigue the eye. Since black text provides a strong 17.1:1 contrast ratio against it, the color functions well for high-visibility call-to-action buttons or warning indicators where clarity is mandatory.
Questions about #ffeb0a
What is #ffeb0a in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #ffeb0a is rgb(255, 235, 10), in HSL hsl(55, 100%, 52%) and in CMYK 0%, 8%, 96%, 0%.
How should I use #ffeb0a effectively in UI design?
#ffeb0a serves best as a strategic accent color rather than a primary background element. Limit its application to roughly 10% of your interface to avoid visual fatigue, using it specifically to draw attention to high-priority call-to-action buttons or critical alerts.
Is #ffeb0a readable on white or black?
#ffeb0a has a 1.22:1 contrast ratio on white and 17.13:1 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.