#242CA3 Hex Color Code

#242CA3

The Hexadecimal Color #242CA3 is a contrast shade of Dark Slate Blue. #242CA3 RGB value is rgb(36, 44, 163). RGB Color Model of #242CA3 consists of 14% red, 17% green and 63% blue. HSL color Mode of #242CA3 has 236°(degrees) Hue, 64% Saturation and 39% Lightness. #242CA3 color has an wavelength of 471.40741nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #242CA3 is #3333CC. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #242CA3 is #23A. The Closest Color to #242CA3 is #483D8B. Official Name of #242CA3 Hex Code is Governor Bay. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #242CA3 is 78 Cyan 73 Magenta 0 Yellow 36 Black and #242CA3 CMY is 78, 73, 0. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #242CA3 is hsl(236,64,39, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(236, 78, 64). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #242CA3 is 8.24, 4.82, 35.14.
Hex8 Value of #242CA3 is #242CA3FF. Decimal Value of #242CA3 is 2370723 and Octal Value of #242CA3 is 11026243. Binary Value of #242CA3 is 100100, 101100, 10100011 and Android of #242CA3 is 4280560803 / 0xff242ca3. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #242CA3 is 0.171, 0.1, 0.1 and YIQ Color Space of #242CA3 is 55.174, -43.0019, 35.3408. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #242CA3 is 2.4, 2.6, 34.65. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #242CA3 is 26.22, 39.33, -64.4. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #242CA3 is 26.22, -7.02, -80.11. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #242CA3 is 26.22, 75.46, 301.41. Hunter Lab variable of #242CA3 is 21.95, 28.57, -79.53.

#242CA3 - Governor Bay Color Image
#242CA3 - Governor Bay Color Image

Graphic Percentage Representation of #242CA3

RGB Percentages of #242CA3

14%
17%
63%

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 #242CA3

14.12%
17.07%
63.92%

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 #242CA3

78%
73%
0%
36%

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 #242CA3

To get 25% Saturated #242CA3 Color, you need to convert the hex color #242CA3 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 #242CA3 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 #242CA3

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 #242CA3

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 #242CA3

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 #242CA3 to it's lightest color and Color Shades of #242CA3 to it's the darkest color.

#242CA3 Hex Code Space Conversions

RGB rgb(36, 44, 163)
RGB Percent 14%, 17%, 63%
RYB 36.0, 43.53, 163.0
CMYK 78, 73, 0, 36
CMY 78, 73, 0
HSL hsl(236, 64%, 39%)
HSLA hsl(236, 64%, 39%, 1.0)
HSV hsv(236, 78, 64)
XYZ 8.24, 4.82, 35.14
Hex8 Value #242CA3FF
Decimal Value 2370723
Octal Value 11026243
Binary Value 100100,101100,10100011
Android 4280560803 / 0xff242ca3
HSLuv : HUSL hsl(236, 64%, 39%)
xyY 0.171, 0.1, 4.82
YIQ 55.174, -43.0019, 35.3408
LMS 2.4, 2.6, 34.65
CieLAB 26.22, 39.33, -64.4
CieLUV : LCHuv 26.22, -7.02, -80.11
CieLCH : LCHab 26.22, 75.46, 301.41
Hunter Lab 21.95, 28.57, -79.53
YUV 55.174, 53.06, -16.82
YDbDr 55.174, 162.23, 36.49
YCbCr 63.38, 181.45, 115.99
YCoCg 71.75, 99.5, -27.75
YPbPr 55.17, 60.85, -13.68
Munsell Color System 7917.77 612.69/239.61

#242CA3 HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples

#242CA3 as Background:

The overhead lights reflect in the glass countertop and mingle in the gray and black of the gloves, resulting in a mother-of-pearl swirl that sometimes sends Mirabelle into a shallow hypnotic dream.

Steve Martin
<p style="background: #242CA3">…</p>

#242CA3 as Text Color:

I live in an apocalyptic dream. My steps fit into it so precisely that I fear most of all I will grow bored reliving the thing so exactly.

Frank Herbert
<p style="color: #242CA3">…</p>

#242CA3 as Text Shadow:

Any time some well-meaning person forces you to demonstrate you have no talent and rubs your nose in the fact you're a failure at the only dream you ever had, take another drink.

Chuck Palahniuk
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #242CA3">…</p>

#242CA3 as Linear Gradient:

Don't open that door," she said. "The hallway is full of difficult dreams." And I asked her: "How do you know?" And she told me: "Because I was there a moment ago and I had to come back when I discovered I was sleeping on my heart.

Gabriel Garcia Marquez
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #242CA3)">…</div>

FAQ:

What is the RGB value of #242CA3?

RGB Value for #242CA3 is rgb(36, 44, 163).

What is the RGB percentage of #242CA3?

RGB percentage for #242CA3 is 14% Red 17% Green 63% Blue.

What is the CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) color model of #242CA3?

CMYK Color Model of #242CA3 is 78 Cyan 73 Magenta 0 Yellow 36 Black.

What is the HSL value of #242CA3?

HSL Value of #242CA3 is 236°(degrees) Hue 64 Saturation 39 Lightness.

What is the HSV value of #242CA3?

HSV Value of #242CA3 is 236 Hue 78 Saturation 64 Value.

What is the XYZ Color Model of #242CA3?

XYZ Color Model of #242CA3 is 8.24, 4.82, 35.14.