#42B242 Hex Color Code
#42B242
The Hexadecimal Color #42B242 is a contrast shade of Lime Green. #42B242 RGB value is rgb(66, 178, 66). RGB Color Model of #42B242 consists of 25% red, 69% green and 25% blue. HSL color Mode of #42B242 has 120°(degrees) Hue, 46% Saturation and 48% Lightness. #42B242 color has an wavelength of 544.44444nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #42B242 is #66CC66. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #42B242 is #4A4. The Closest Color to #42B242 is #32CD32. Official Name of #42B242 Hex Code is Chateau Green. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #42B242 is 63 Cyan 0 Magenta 63 Yellow 30 Black and #42B242 CMY is 63, 0, 63. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #42B242 is hsl(120,46,48, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(120, 63, 70). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #42B242 is 19.15, 33.39, 10.59.
Hex8 Value of #42B242 is #42B242FF. Decimal Value of #42B242 is 4371010 and Octal Value of #42B242 is 20531102. Binary Value of #42B242 is 1000010, 10110010, 1000010 and Android of #42B242 is 4282561090 / 0xff42b242. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #42B242 is 0.303, 0.529, 0.529 and YIQ Color Space of #42B242 is 131.744, -30.7552, -58.5424. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #42B242 is 26.66, 43.27, 10.93. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #42B242 is 64.48, -53.76, 46.77. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #42B242 is 64.48, -49.46, 63.93. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #42B242 is 64.48, 71.26, 138.98. Hunter Lab variable of #42B242 is 57.78, -41.97, 29.58.
Graphic Percentage Representation of #42B242
RGB Percentages of #42B242
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 #42B242
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 #42B242
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 #42B242
To get 25% Saturated #42B242 Color, you need to convert the hex color #42B242 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 #42B242 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 #42B242
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 #42B242
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 #42B242
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 #42B242 to it's lightest color and Color Shades of #42B242 to it's the darkest color.
#42B242 Hex Code Space Conversions
| RGB | rgb(66, 178, 66) |
| RGB Percent | 25%, 69%, 25% |
| RYB | 66.0, 178.0, 178.0 |
| CMYK | 63, 0, 63, 30 |
| CMY | 63, 0, 63 |
| HSL | hsl(120, 46%, 48%) |
| HSLA | hsl(120, 46%, 48%, 1.0) |
| HSV | hsv(120, 63, 70) |
| XYZ | 19.15, 33.39, 10.59 |
| Hex8 Value | #42B242FF |
| Decimal Value | 4371010 |
| Octal Value | 20531102 |
| Binary Value | 1000010,10110010,1000010 |
| Android | 4282561090 / 0xff42b242 |
| HSLuv : HUSL | hsl(120, 46%, 48%) |
| xyY | 0.303, 0.529, 33.391 |
| YIQ | 131.744, -30.7552, -58.5424 |
| LMS | 26.66, 43.27, 10.93 |
| CieLAB | 64.48, -53.76, 46.77 |
| CieLUV : LCHuv | 64.48, -49.46, 63.93 |
| CieLCH : LCHab | 64.48, 71.26, 138.98 |
| Hunter Lab | 57.78, -41.97, 29.58 |
| YUV | 131.744, -32.37, -57.68 |
| YDbDr | 131.744, -98.9, 124.99 |
| YCbCr | 129.14, 95.41, 86.81 |
| YCoCg | 122.0, 66.0, 56.0 |
| YPbPr | 131.74, -37.1, -46.89 |
| Munsell Color System | 11938.51 328.74/132.07 |
#42B242 HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples
#42B242 as Background:
I finally understood what true love meant...love meant that you care for another person's happiness more than your own, no matter how painful the choices you face might be.
<p style="background: #42B242">…</p>#42B242 as Text Color:
I almost wish we were butterflies and liv'd but three summer days - three such days with you I could fill with more delight than fifty common years could ever contain.
<p style="color: #42B242">…</p>#42B242 as Text Shadow:
Without you in my arms, I feel an emptiness in my soul. I find myself searching the crowds for your face - I know it's an impossibility, but I cannot help myself.
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #42B242">…</p>#42B242 as Linear Gradient:
I believe that two people are connected at the heart, and it doesn't matter what you do, or who you are or where you live; there are no boundaries or barriers if two people are destined to be together.
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #42B242)">…</div>FAQ:
What is the RGB value of #42B242?
RGB Value for #42B242 is rgb(66, 178, 66).
What is the RGB percentage of #42B242?
RGB percentage for #42B242 is 25% Red 69% Green 25% Blue.
What is the CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) color model of #42B242?
CMYK Color Model of #42B242 is 63 Cyan 0 Magenta 63 Yellow 30 Black.
What is the HSL value of #42B242?
HSL Value of #42B242 is 120°(degrees) Hue 46 Saturation 48 Lightness.
What is the HSV value of #42B242?
HSV Value of #42B242 is 120 Hue 63 Saturation 70 Value.
What is the XYZ Color Model of #42B242?
XYZ Color Model of #42B242 is 19.15, 33.39, 10.59.