#242CBF Hex Color Code

#242CBF

The Hexadecimal Color #242CBF is a contrast shade of Medium Blue. #242CBF RGB value is rgb(36, 44, 191). RGB Color Model of #242CBF consists of 14% red, 17% green and 74% blue. HSL color Mode of #242CBF has 237°(degrees) Hue, 68% Saturation and 45% Lightness. #242CBF color has an wavelength of 470.77778nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #242CBF is #3333CC. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #242CBF is #23B. The Closest Color to #242CBF is #0000CD. Official Name of #242CBF Hex Code is Governor Bay. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #242CBF is 81 Cyan 77 Magenta 0 Yellow 25 Black and #242CBF CMY is 81, 77, 0. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #242CBF is hsl(237,68,45, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(237, 81, 75). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #242CBF is 11.03, 5.94, 49.84.
Hex8 Value of #242CBF is #242CBFFF. Decimal Value of #242CBF is 2370751 and Octal Value of #242CBF is 11026277. Binary Value of #242CBF is 100100, 101100, 10111111 and Android of #242CBF is 4280560831 / 0xff242cbf. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #242CBF is 0.165, 0.089, 0.089 and YIQ Color Space of #242CBF is 58.366, -51.9983, 44.0544. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #242CBF is 2.54, 2.63, 49.13. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #242CBF is 29.26, 48.79, -76.1. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #242CBF is 29.26, -8.03, -96.7. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #242CBF is 29.26, 90.4, 302.67. Hunter Lab variable of #242CBF is 24.37, 38.13, -104.19.

#242CBF - Governor Bay Color Image
#242CBF - Governor Bay Color Image

Graphic Percentage Representation of #242CBF

RGB Percentages of #242CBF

14%
17%
74%

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 #242CBF

14.12%
17.1%
74.9%

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 #242CBF

81%
77%
0%
25%

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 #242CBF

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

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 #242CBF

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 #242CBF

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

#242CBF Hex Code Space Conversions

RGB rgb(36, 44, 191)
RGB Percent 14%, 17%, 74%
RYB 36.0, 43.61, 191.0
CMYK 81, 77, 0, 25
CMY 81, 77, 0
HSL hsl(237, 68%, 45%)
HSLA hsl(237, 68%, 45%, 1.0)
HSV hsv(237, 81, 75)
XYZ 11.03, 5.94, 49.84
Hex8 Value #242CBFFF
Decimal Value 2370751
Octal Value 11026277
Binary Value 100100,101100,10111111
Android 4280560831 / 0xff242cbf
HSLuv : HUSL hsl(237, 68%, 45%)
xyY 0.165, 0.089, 5.937
YIQ 58.366, -51.9983, 44.0544
LMS 2.54, 2.63, 49.13
CieLAB 29.26, 48.79, -76.1
CieLUV : LCHuv 29.26, -8.03, -96.7
CieLCH : LCHab 29.26, 90.4, 302.67
Hunter Lab 24.37, 38.13, -104.19
YUV 58.366, 65.27, -19.62
YDbDr 58.366, 199.55, 42.56
YCbCr 66.13, 193.75, 113.99
YCoCg 78.75, 113.5, -34.75
YPbPr 58.37, 74.85, -15.95
Munsell Color System 8389.55 636.31/235.61

#242CBF HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples

#242CBF as Background:

The sea was indistinguishable from the sky, except that the sea was slightly creased as if a cloth had wrinkles in it.

Virginia Woolf
<p style="background: #242CBF">…</p>

#242CBF as Text Color:

Well might the ancients make silence a god; for it is the element of all godhood, infinitude, or transcendental greatness,--at once the source and the ocean wherein all such begins and ends.

Thomas Carlyle
<p style="color: #242CBF">…</p>

#242CBF as Text Shadow:

Nowhere on the shore is the relation of a creature to its surroundings a matter of a single cause and effect; each living thing is bound to its world by many threads, weaving the intricate design of the fabric of life.

Rachel Carson
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #242CBF">…</p>

#242CBF as Linear Gradient:

Our desire must be like a slow and stately ship, sailing across endless oceans, never in search of safe anchorage. Then suddenly, unexpectedly, it will find mooring for a moment.

Etty Hillesum
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #242CBF)">…</div>

FAQ:

What is the RGB value of #242CBF?

RGB Value for #242CBF is rgb(36, 44, 191).

What is the RGB percentage of #242CBF?

RGB percentage for #242CBF is 14% Red 17% Green 74% Blue.

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

CMYK Color Model of #242CBF is 81 Cyan 77 Magenta 0 Yellow 25 Black.

What is the HSL value of #242CBF?

HSL Value of #242CBF is 237°(degrees) Hue 68 Saturation 45 Lightness.

What is the HSV value of #242CBF?

HSV Value of #242CBF is 237 Hue 81 Saturation 75 Value.

What is the XYZ Color Model of #242CBF?

XYZ Color Model of #242CBF is 11.03, 5.94, 49.84.