darkslategray

#303538

Cool

UI Preview

Pro

Conversions

RGB48, 53, 56
CMYK14, 5, 0, 78
HSL203°, 8%, 20%
LAB22, -2, -3
Closest Library Match
gray-80095% Match

Readability

12.41On WhitePASS AA
1.69On 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 #303538

The hexadecimal color code #303538 is a very dark, desaturated shade of Gray (known as darkslategray). In the RGB color model, #303538 is comprised of 48 red, 53 green, and 56 blue. In the HSL color space, which is often used in digital design and color grading, it has a hue of 203 degrees, a saturation of 8%, and a lightness of 20%. This color has an approximate wavelength of 509 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 #303538.

Vision Simulation

ProtanopiaRed-blind
DeuteranopiaGreen-blind
TritanopiaBlue-blind