#268AB6 Hex Color Code

#268AB6

The Hexadecimal Color #268AB6 is a contrast shade of Steel Blue. #268AB6 RGB value is rgb(38, 138, 182). RGB Color Model of #268AB6 consists of 14% red, 54% green and 71% blue. HSL color Mode of #268AB6 has 198°(degrees) Hue, 65% Saturation and 43% Lightness. #268AB6 color has an wavelength of 495.33333nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #268AB6 is #3399CC. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #268AB6 is #28B. The Closest Color to #268AB6 is #4682B4. Official Name of #268AB6 Hex Code is Boston Blue. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #268AB6 is 79 Cyan 24 Magenta 0 Yellow 29 Black and #268AB6 CMY is 79, 24, 0. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #268AB6 is hsl(198,65,43, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(198, 79, 71). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #268AB6 is 18.33, 21.96, 47.52.
Hex8 Value of #268AB6 is #268AB6FF. Decimal Value of #268AB6 is 2525878 and Octal Value of #268AB6 is 11505266. Binary Value of #268AB6 is 100110, 10001010, 10110110 and Android of #268AB6 is 4280715958 / 0xff268ab6. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #268AB6 is 0.209, 0.25, 0.25 and YIQ Color Space of #268AB6 is 113.116, -73.7272, -7.4572. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #268AB6 is 15.15, 24.67, 47.08. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #268AB6 is 53.98, -12.78, -31.04. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #268AB6 is 53.98, -33.89, -45.79. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #268AB6 is 53.98, 33.57, 247.62. Hunter Lab variable of #268AB6 is 46.86, -12.19, -27.32.

#268AB6 - Boston Blue Color Image
#268AB6 - Boston Blue Color Image

Graphic Percentage Representation of #268AB6

RGB Percentages of #268AB6

14%
54%
71%

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 #268AB6

14.9%
38.05%
71.37%

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 #268AB6

79%
24%
0%
29%

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 #268AB6

To get 25% Saturated #268AB6 Color, you need to convert the hex color #268AB6 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 #268AB6 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 #268AB6

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 #268AB6

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 #268AB6

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 #268AB6 to it's lightest color and Color Shades of #268AB6 to it's the darkest color.

#268AB6 Hex Code Space Conversions

RGB rgb(38, 138, 182)
RGB Percent 14%, 54%, 71%
RYB 38.0, 97.02, 182.0
CMYK 79, 24, 0, 29
CMY 79, 24, 0
HSL hsl(198, 65%, 43%)
HSLA hsl(198, 65%, 43%, 1.0)
HSV hsv(198, 79, 71)
XYZ 18.33, 21.96, 47.52
Hex8 Value #268AB6FF
Decimal Value 2525878
Octal Value 11505266
Binary Value 100110,10001010,10110110
Android 4280715958 / 0xff268ab6
HSLuv : HUSL hsl(198, 65%, 43%)
xyY 0.209, 0.25, 21.964
YIQ 113.116, -73.7272, -7.4572
LMS 15.15, 24.67, 47.08
CieLAB 53.98, -12.78, -31.04
CieLUV : LCHuv 53.98, -33.89, -45.79
CieLCH : LCHab 53.98, 33.57, 247.62
Hunter Lab 46.86, -12.19, -27.32
YUV 113.116, 33.88, -65.9
YDbDr 113.116, 103.65, 142.85
YCbCr 113.15, 162.15, 80.94
YCoCg 124.0, 110.0, 14.0
YPbPr 113.12, 38.87, -53.58
Munsell Color System 11185.77 261.98/222.61

#268AB6 HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples

#268AB6 as Background:

If you wish to succeed in life, make perseverance your bosom friend, experience your wise counselor, caution your elder brother, and hope your guardian genius.

Joseph Addison
<p style="background: #268AB6">…</p>

#268AB6 as Text Color:

If a man will begin with certainties, he shall end in doubts, but if he will content to begin with doubts, he shall end in certainties.

Francis Bacon
<p style="color: #268AB6">…</p>

#268AB6 as Text Shadow:

If a man can write a better book, preach a better sermon, or make a better mousetrap than his neighbor, though he build his house in the woods, the world will make a beaten path to his door.

Ralph Waldo Emerson
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #268AB6">…</p>

#268AB6 as Linear Gradient:

You only have to do a very few things right in your life so long as you don't do too many things wrong.

Warren Buffett
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #268AB6)">…</div>

FAQ:

What is the RGB value of #268AB6?

RGB Value for #268AB6 is rgb(38, 138, 182).

What is the RGB percentage of #268AB6?

RGB percentage for #268AB6 is 14% Red 54% Green 71% Blue.

What is the CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) color model of #268AB6?

CMYK Color Model of #268AB6 is 79 Cyan 24 Magenta 0 Yellow 29 Black.

What is the HSL value of #268AB6?

HSL Value of #268AB6 is 198°(degrees) Hue 65 Saturation 43 Lightness.

What is the HSV value of #268AB6?

HSV Value of #268AB6 is 198 Hue 79 Saturation 71 Value.

What is the XYZ Color Model of #268AB6?

XYZ Color Model of #268AB6 is 18.33, 21.96, 47.52.