#268CAE Hex Color Code

#268CAE

The Hexadecimal Color #268CAE is a contrast shade of Steel Blue. #268CAE RGB value is rgb(38, 140, 174). RGB Color Model of #268CAE consists of 14% red, 54% green and 68% blue. HSL color Mode of #268CAE has 195°(degrees) Hue, 64% Saturation and 42% Lightness. #268CAE color has an wavelength of 497.22222nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #268CAE is #3399CC. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #268CAE is #28A. The Closest Color to #268CAE is #4682B4. Official Name of #268CAE Hex Code is Boston Blue. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #268CAE is 78 Cyan 20 Magenta 0 Yellow 32 Black and #268CAE CMY is 78, 20, 0. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #268CAE is hsl(195,64,42, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(195, 78, 68). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #268CAE is 17.81, 22.22, 43.39.
Hex8 Value of #268CAE is #268CAEFF. Decimal Value of #268CAE is 2526382 and Octal Value of #268CAE is 11506256. Binary Value of #268CAE is 100110, 10001100, 10101110 and Android of #268CAE is 4280716462 / 0xff268cae. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #268CAE is 0.214, 0.266, 0.266 and YIQ Color Space of #268CAE is 113.378, -71.706, -10.9922. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #268CAE is 15.55, 25.45, 43.03. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #268CAE is 54.26, -16.73, -26.04. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #268CAE is 54.26, -35.14, -37.27. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #268CAE is 54.26, 30.95, 237.28. Hunter Lab variable of #268CAE is 47.14, -15.05, -21.58.

#268CAE - Boston Blue Color Image
#268CAE - Boston Blue Color Image

Graphic Percentage Representation of #268CAE

RGB Percentages of #268CAE

14%
54%
68%

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 #268CAE

14.9%
37.76%
68.24%

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 #268CAE

78%
20%
0%
32%

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 #268CAE

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

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 #268CAE

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 #268CAE

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

#268CAE Hex Code Space Conversions

RGB rgb(38, 140, 174)
RGB Percent 14%, 54%, 68%
RYB 38.0, 96.29, 174.0
CMYK 78, 20, 0, 32
CMY 78, 20, 0
HSL hsl(195, 64%, 42%)
HSLA hsl(195, 64%, 42%, 1.0)
HSV hsv(195, 78, 68)
XYZ 17.81, 22.22, 43.39
Hex8 Value #268CAEFF
Decimal Value 2526382
Octal Value 11506256
Binary Value 100110,10001100,10101110
Android 4280716462 / 0xff268cae
HSLuv : HUSL hsl(195, 64%, 42%)
xyY 0.214, 0.266, 22.222
YIQ 113.378, -71.706, -10.9922
LMS 15.55, 25.45, 43.03
CieLAB 54.26, -16.73, -26.04
CieLUV : LCHuv 54.26, -35.14, -37.27
CieLCH : LCHab 54.26, 30.95, 237.28
Hunter Lab 47.14, -15.05, -21.58
YUV 113.378, 29.82, -66.13
YDbDr 113.378, 91.22, 143.34
YCbCr 113.37, 158.05, 80.77
YCoCg 123.0, 106.0, 17.0
YPbPr 113.38, 34.21, -53.76
Munsell Color System 11210.62 247.66/218.49

#268CAE HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples

#268CAE as Background:

The difference between successful people and others is how long they spend time feeling sorry for themselves.

Barbara Corcoran
<p style="background: #268CAE">…</p>

#268CAE as Text Color:

You are still young, free.. Do yourself a favor. Before it's too late, without thinking too much about it first, pack a pillow and a blanket and see as much of the world as you can. You will not regret it. One day it will be too late.

Jhumpa Lahiri
<p style="color: #268CAE">…</p>

#268CAE as Text Shadow:

I told [Bill Gates] I believed every word of what I said but that I should never have said it in public. I wish him the best, I really do. I just think he and Microsoft are a bit narrow. He'd be a broader guy if he had dropped acid once or gone off to an ashram when he was younger.

Steve Jobs
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #268CAE">…</p>

#268CAE as Linear Gradient:

If a dog will not come to you after having looked you in the face, you should go home and examine your conscience.

Woodrow Wilson
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #268CAE)">…</div>

FAQ:

What is the RGB value of #268CAE?

RGB Value for #268CAE is rgb(38, 140, 174).

What is the RGB percentage of #268CAE?

RGB percentage for #268CAE is 14% Red 54% Green 68% Blue.

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

CMYK Color Model of #268CAE is 78 Cyan 20 Magenta 0 Yellow 32 Black.

What is the HSL value of #268CAE?

HSL Value of #268CAE is 195°(degrees) Hue 64 Saturation 42 Lightness.

What is the HSV value of #268CAE?

HSV Value of #268CAE is 195 Hue 78 Saturation 68 Value.

What is the XYZ Color Model of #268CAE?

XYZ Color Model of #268CAE is 17.81, 22.22, 43.39.