darkslategray

#242928

Balanced

UI Preview

Pro

Conversions

RGB36, 41, 40
CMYK12, 0, 2, 84
HSL168°, 6%, 15%
LAB16, -2, 0
Closest Library Match
zinc-80099% Match

Readability

14.75On WhitePASS AA
1.42On BlackFAIL

For optimal readability, use White text on this background.

Magic Gradients

subtle
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vibrant
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rich
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About #242928

The hexadecimal color code #242928 is a very dark, desaturated shade of Gray (known as darkslategray). In the RGB color model, #242928 is comprised of 36 red, 41 green, and 40 blue. In the HSL color space, which is often used in digital design and color grading, it has a hue of 168 degrees, a saturation of 6%, and a lightness of 15%. This color has an approximate wavelength of 533 nm. The closest web-safe color is often utilized in web design, user interfaces (UI), and vector graphics to create desaturated Gray atmospheres. Designers searching for Gray color schemes often pair this with its complementary color or use it as an accent against neutral backgrounds. It is commonly used in digital design for backgrounds, typography, and accent elements. When paired with its complementary color in the palette below, it creates a high-contrast visual hierarchy. Engineers can implement this color using the CSS hex code #242928.

Vision Simulation

ProtanopiaRed-blind
DeuteranopiaGreen-blind
TritanopiaBlue-blind