steelblue

#2B85A6

Balanced

UI Preview

Pro

Conversions

RGB43, 133, 166
CMYK74, 20, 0, 35
HSL196°, 59%, 41%
LAB51, -19, -26
Closest Library Match
cyan-60091% Match

Readability

4.19On WhiteFAIL
5.00On BlackPASS AA

For optimal readability, use Black text on this background.

Magic Gradients

subtle
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vibrant
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rich
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About #2B85A6

The hexadecimal color code #2B85A6 is a medium, moderate shade of Cyan (known as steelblue). In the RGB color model, #2B85A6 is comprised of 43 red, 133 green, and 166 blue. In the HSL color space, which is often used in digital design and color grading, it has a hue of 196 degrees, a saturation of 59%, and a lightness of 41%. This color has an approximate wavelength of 514 nm. The closest web-safe color is often utilized in web design, user interfaces (UI), and vector graphics to create moderate Cyan atmospheres. Designers searching for Cyan 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 #2B85A6.

Vision Simulation

ProtanopiaRed-blind
DeuteranopiaGreen-blind
TritanopiaBlue-blind