#488EEA
Blue
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About #488EEA Blue
#488EEA is a blue color. In the RGB color model, it is composed of 72 red, 142 green, and 234 blue. In the HSL color space, it has a hue of 214°, saturation of 79%, and lightness of 60%.
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
Use #488EEA in your CSS, SCSS, or Tailwind projects.
Color Properties
214°
Hue
79%
Saturation
60%
Lightness
Blue
Color Harmonies
Colors that work well with #488EEA based on color theory.
Accessibility
WCAG 2.1 contrast ratio of #488EEA against white and black backgrounds.
Aa#488EEA on White
Contrast Ratio3.32:1
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Aa#488EEA on Black
Contrast Ratio6.33:1
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Color Conversion Table
Complete conversion of #488EEA across different color formats.
| Format | Value |
|---|---|
| HEX | #488EEA |
| RGB | rgb(72, 142, 234) |
| HSL | hsl(214, 79%, 60%) |
| RGB Decimal | 72, 142, 234 |
| RGB Percent | 28.2%, 55.7%, 91.8% |
| CMYK (approx.) | 69%, 39%, 0%, 8% |
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