#042BB9
Vivid Blue
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About #042BB9 Vivid Blue
#042BB9 is a vivid blue color. In the RGB color model, it is composed of 4 red, 43 green, and 185 blue. In the HSL color space, it has a hue of 227°, saturation of 96%, and lightness of 37%.
This color has a low lightness value, making it a dark color great for text and bold accents. With high saturation, it appears vibrant and eye-catching.
CSS Code & Gradients
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Beautiful Gradients
Color Properties
227°
Hue
96%
Saturation
37%
Lightness
Vivid Blue
Color Harmonies
Colors that work well with #042BB9 based on color theory.
Accessibility
WCAG 2.1 contrast ratio of #042BB9 against white and black backgrounds.
Aa#042BB9 on White
Contrast Ratio10.24:1
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Aa#042BB9 on Black
Contrast Ratio2.05:1
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Color Conversion Table
Complete conversion of #042BB9 across different color formats.
| Format | Value |
|---|---|
| HEX | #042BB9 |
| RGB | rgb(4, 43, 185) |
| HSL | hsl(227, 96%, 37%) |
| RGB Decimal | 4, 43, 185 |
| RGB Percent | 1.6%, 16.9%, 72.5% |
| CMYK (approx.) | 98%, 77%, 0%, 27% |
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