#172DB9
Blue
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About #172DB9 Blue
#172DB9 is a blue color. In the RGB color model, it is composed of 23 red, 45 green, and 185 blue. In the HSL color space, it has a hue of 232°, saturation of 78%, and lightness of 41%.
This color has a medium lightness value, making it a balanced tone ideal for both text and UI elements. With high saturation, it appears vibrant and eye-catching.
CSS Code & Gradients
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Beautiful Gradients
Color Properties
232°
Hue
78%
Saturation
41%
Lightness
Blue
Color Harmonies
Colors that work well with #172DB9 based on color theory.
Accessibility
WCAG 2.1 contrast ratio of #172DB9 against white and black backgrounds.
Aa#172DB9 on White
Contrast Ratio9.94:1
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Aa#172DB9 on Black
Contrast Ratio2.11:1
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Color Conversion Table
Complete conversion of #172DB9 across different color formats.
| Format | Value |
|---|---|
| HEX | #172DB9 |
| RGB | rgb(23, 45, 185) |
| HSL | hsl(232, 78%, 41%) |
| RGB Decimal | 23, 45, 185 |
| RGB Percent | 9.0%, 17.6%, 72.5% |
| CMYK (approx.) | 88%, 76%, 0%, 27% |
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