darkgray

#9CA6AB

MutedNeutralCool

UI Preview

Pro

Conversions

RGB156, 166, 171
CMYK9, 3, 0, 33
HSL200°, 8%, 64%
LAB67, -3, -4
Closest Library Match
gray-40099% Match

Readability

2.48On WhiteFAIL
8.45On 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 #9CA6AB

The hexadecimal color code #9CA6AB is a light, desaturated shade of Gray (known as darkgray). In the RGB color model, #9CA6AB is comprised of 156 red, 166 green, and 171 blue. In the HSL color space, which is often used in digital design and color grading, it has a hue of 200 degrees, a saturation of 8%, and a lightness of 64%. This color has an approximate wavelength of 511 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 #9CA6AB.

Vision Simulation

ProtanopiaRed-blind
DeuteranopiaGreen-blind
TritanopiaBlue-blind