#228BC3
Blue
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RGB
HSL
About #228BC3 Blue
#228BC3 is a blue color. In the RGB color model, it is composed of 34 red, 139 green, and 195 blue. In the HSL color space, it has a hue of 201°, saturation of 70%, and lightness of 45%.
This color has a medium lightness value, making it a balanced tone ideal for both text and UI elements. With moderate saturation, it appears balanced and versatile.
CSS Code
Use #228BC3 in your CSS, SCSS, or Tailwind projects.
Color Properties
201°
Hue
70%
Saturation
45%
Lightness
Blue
Color Harmonies
Colors that work well with #228BC3 based on color theory.
Accessibility
WCAG 2.1 contrast ratio of #228BC3 against white and black backgrounds.
Aa#228BC3 on White
Contrast Ratio3.78:1
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Aa#228BC3 on Black
Contrast Ratio5.55:1
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Color Conversion Table
Complete conversion of #228BC3 across different color formats.
| Format | Value |
|---|---|
| HEX | #228BC3 |
| RGB | rgb(34, 139, 195) |
| HSL | hsl(201, 70%, 45%) |
| RGB Decimal | 34, 139, 195 |
| RGB Percent | 13.3%, 54.5%, 76.5% |
| CMYK (approx.) | 83%, 29%, 0%, 24% |
Related Palettes
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