#242ACD Hex Color Code

#242ACD

The Hexadecimal Color #242ACD is a contrast shade of Medium Blue. #242ACD RGB value is rgb(36, 42, 205). RGB Color Model of #242ACD consists of 14% red, 16% green and 80% blue. HSL color Mode of #242ACD has 238°(degrees) Hue, 70% Saturation and 47% Lightness. #242ACD color has an wavelength of 470.14815nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #242ACD is #3333FF. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #242ACD is #22C. The Closest Color to #242ACD is #0000CD. Official Name of #242ACD Hex Code is Dark Blue. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #242ACD is 82 Cyan 80 Magenta 0 Yellow 20 Black and #242ACD CMY is 82, 80, 0. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #242ACD is hsl(238,70,47, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(238, 82, 80). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #242ACD is 12.57, 6.44, 58.33.
Hex8 Value of #242ACD is #242ACDFF. Decimal Value of #242ACD is 2370253 and Octal Value of #242ACD is 11025315. Binary Value of #242ACD is 100100, 101010, 11001101 and Android of #242ACD is 4280560333 / 0xff242acd. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #242ACD is 0.163, 0.083, 0.083 and YIQ Color Space of #242ACD is 58.788, -55.9473, 49.4566. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #242ACD is 2.51, 2.44, 57.49. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #242ACD is 30.5, 54.33, -82.27. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #242ACD is 30.5, -8.28, -104.82. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #242ACD is 30.5, 98.59, 303.44. Hunter Lab variable of #242ACD is 25.38, 44.01, -118.52.

#242ACD - Dark Blue Color Image
#242ACD - Dark Blue Color Image

Graphic Percentage Representation of #242ACD

RGB Percentages of #242ACD

14%
16%
80%

RGB stands for Red, Green, and Blue, which are the three primary colors used to create a vast array of colors by varying their intensities. By adjusting the brightness of these three primary colors, virtually any color visible to the human eye can be produced.

RYB Percentages of #242ACD

14.12%
16.39%
80.39%

The RYB color model is based on Red, Yellow, and Blue Colors. When two primary colors are mixed, they form a secondary color or when mixed all, they result in tertiary color.

CMYK Percentages of #242ACD

82%
80%
0%
20%

CMYK stands for Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, and Key (Black). Starting with a white canvas, various amounts of cyan, magenta, yellow, and black ink are combined to absorb or subtract specific wavelengths of light, resulting in the desired color.

Various Color Shades of #242ACD

To get 25% Saturated #242ACD Color, you need to convert the hex color #242ACD to the HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) color space, increase the saturation value by 25%, and then convert it back to the hex color. To desaturate a color by 25%, we need to reduce its saturation level while keeping the same hue and lightness. Saturation represents the intensity or vividness of a color. A 100% saturation means the color is fully vivid, while a 0% saturation results in a shade of gray. To make a color 25% darker or 25% lighter, you need to reduce the intensity of each of its RGB (Red, Green, Blue) components by 25% or increase it to 25%. Inverting a #242ACD hex color involves converting each of its RGB (Red, Green, Blue) components to their complementary values. The complementary color is found by subtracting each component's value from the maximum value of 255.

Analogous and Monochromatic Colors of #242ACD

Analogous colors are groups of hues that are located next to each other on the color wheel. These colors share a similar undertone and create a sense of harmony when used together. Analogous color schemes are mainly used in design or art to create a sense of cohesion and flow in a color scheme composition.

Monochromatic colors refer to a color scheme that uses variations of a single color. These variations are achieved by adjusting the shade, tint, or tone of the base color. Monochromatic approach is commonly used in interior design or fashion to create a sense of understated elegance and give a sense of simplicity and consistency.

Triad, Tetrad and SplitComplement of #242ACD

Triad, Tetrad, and Split Complement are hex color schemes used in art to create harmonious combinations of colors.

The Triad color scheme involves three colors that are evenly spaced around the color wheel, forming an equilateral triangle. The primary triad includes red, blue, and yellow, while other triadic combinations can be formed with different hues. Triad color schemes offer a balanced contrast and are versatile for creating vibrant and dynamic visuals.

The Tetrad color scheme incorporates four colors that are arranged in two complementary pairs. These pairs create a rectangle or square shape on the color wheel. The primary Tetrad includes two sets of complementary colors, such as red and green, and blue and orange. This scheme provides a wide range of color options and allows for both strong contrast and harmonious blends.

The Split Complement color scheme involves a base color paired with the two colors adjacent to its complementary color on the color wheel. For example, if the base color is blue, the Split Complement scheme would include blue, yellow-orange, and red-orange. This combination maintains contrast while offering a more subtle and balanced alternative to a complementary color scheme.

Tints and Shades of #242ACD

A Color Tint is created by mixing white (#FFFFFF) to any pure color whereas A Color Shade is calculated by adding black (#000000) to any pure hue. See the Color Tints of #242ACD to it's lightest color and Color Shades of #242ACD to it's the darkest color.

#242ACD Hex Code Space Conversions

RGB rgb(36, 42, 205)
RGB Percent 14%, 16%, 80%
RYB 36.0, 41.79, 205.0
CMYK 82, 80, 0, 20
CMY 82, 80, 0
HSL hsl(238, 70%, 47%)
HSLA hsl(238, 70%, 47%, 1.0)
HSV hsv(238, 82, 80)
XYZ 12.57, 6.44, 58.33
Hex8 Value #242ACDFF
Decimal Value 2370253
Octal Value 11025315
Binary Value 100100,101010,11001101
Android 4280560333 / 0xff242acd
HSLuv : HUSL hsl(238, 70%, 47%)
xyY 0.163, 0.083, 6.437
YIQ 58.788, -55.9473, 49.4566
LMS 2.51, 2.44, 57.49
CieLAB 30.5, 54.33, -82.27
CieLUV : LCHuv 30.5, -8.28, -104.82
CieLCH : LCHab 30.5, 98.59, 303.44
Hunter Lab 25.38, 44.01, -118.52
YUV 58.788, 71.95, -19.99
YDbDr 58.788, 219.98, 43.37
YCbCr 66.49, 200.48, 113.72
YCoCg 81.25, 120.5, -39.25
YPbPr 58.79, 82.51, -16.25
Munsell Color System 8572.73 650.75/233.75

#242ACD HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples

#242ACD as Background:

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Johnny Carson
<p style="background: #242ACD">…</p>

#242ACD as Text Color:

Your premium brand had better be delivering something special, or it's not going to get the business.

Warren Buffett
<p style="color: #242ACD">…</p>

#242ACD as Text Shadow:

Our duty, as men and women, is to proceed as if limits to our ability did not exist. We are collaborators in creation.

Pierre Teilhard de Chardin
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #242ACD">…</p>

#242ACD as Linear Gradient:

To know a man, observe how he wins his object, rather than how he loses it; for when we fail, our pride supports us - when we succeed, it betrays us.

Charles Caleb Colton
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #242ACD)">…</div>

FAQ:

What is the RGB value of #242ACD?

RGB Value for #242ACD is rgb(36, 42, 205).

What is the RGB percentage of #242ACD?

RGB percentage for #242ACD is 14% Red 16% Green 80% Blue.

What is the CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) color model of #242ACD?

CMYK Color Model of #242ACD is 82 Cyan 80 Magenta 0 Yellow 20 Black.

What is the HSL value of #242ACD?

HSL Value of #242ACD is 238°(degrees) Hue 70 Saturation 47 Lightness.

What is the HSV value of #242ACD?

HSV Value of #242ACD is 238 Hue 82 Saturation 80 Value.

What is the XYZ Color Model of #242ACD?

XYZ Color Model of #242ACD is 12.57, 6.44, 58.33.