#42B4CD Hex Color Code

#42B4CD

The Hexadecimal Color #42B4CD is a contrast shade of Medium Turquoise. #42B4CD RGB value is rgb(66, 180, 205). RGB Color Model of #42B4CD consists of 25% red, 70% green and 80% blue. HSL color Mode of #42B4CD has 191°(degrees) Hue, 58% Saturation and 53% Lightness. #42B4CD color has an wavelength of 499.74074nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #42B4CD is #66CCFF. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #42B4CD is #4BC. The Closest Color to #42B4CD is #48D1CC. Official Name of #42B4CD Hex Code is Shakespeare. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #42B4CD is 68 Cyan 12 Magenta 0 Yellow 20 Black and #42B4CD CMY is 68, 12, 0. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #42B4CD is hsl(191,58,53, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(191, 68, 80). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #42B4CD is 29.58, 38.21, 63.56.
Hex8 Value of #42B4CD is #42B4CDFF. Decimal Value of #42B4CD is 4371661 and Octal Value of #42B4CD is 20532315. Binary Value of #42B4CD is 1000010, 10110100, 11001101 and Android of #42B4CD is 4282561741 / 0xff42b4cd. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #42B4CD is 0.225, 0.291, 0.291 and YIQ Color Space of #42B4CD is 148.764, -75.9651, -16.331. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #42B4CD is 27.77, 44.44, 63.11. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #42B4CD is 68.18, -23.99, -22.02. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #42B4CD is 68.18, -43.17, -30.95. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #42B4CD is 68.18, 32.56, 222.55. Hunter Lab variable of #42B4CD is 61.81, -22.76, -17.69.

#42B4CD - Shakespeare Color Image
#42B4CD - Shakespeare Color Image

Graphic Percentage Representation of #42B4CD

RGB Percentages of #42B4CD

25%
70%
80%

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 #42B4CD

25.88%
50.44%
80.39%

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 #42B4CD

68%
12%
0%
20%

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 #42B4CD

To get 25% Saturated #42B4CD Color, you need to convert the hex color #42B4CD 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 #42B4CD 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 #42B4CD

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 #42B4CD

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 #42B4CD

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 #42B4CD to it's lightest color and Color Shades of #42B4CD to it's the darkest color.

#42B4CD Hex Code Space Conversions

RGB rgb(66, 180, 205)
RGB Percent 25%, 70%, 80%
RYB 66.0, 128.63, 205.0
CMYK 68, 12, 0, 20
CMY 68, 12, 0
HSL hsl(191, 58%, 53%)
HSLA hsl(191, 58%, 53%, 1.0)
HSV hsv(191, 68, 80)
XYZ 29.58, 38.21, 63.56
Hex8 Value #42B4CDFF
Decimal Value 4371661
Octal Value 20532315
Binary Value 1000010,10110100,11001101
Android 4282561741 / 0xff42b4cd
HSLuv : HUSL hsl(191, 58%, 53%)
xyY 0.225, 0.291, 38.205
YIQ 148.764, -75.9651, -16.331
LMS 27.77, 44.44, 63.11
CieLAB 68.18, -23.99, -22.02
CieLUV : LCHuv 68.18, -43.17, -30.95
CieLCH : LCHab 68.18, 32.56, 222.55
Hunter Lab 61.81, -22.76, -17.69
YUV 148.764, 27.66, -72.61
YDbDr 148.764, 84.62, 157.39
YCbCr 143.76, 155.88, 76.14
YCoCg 157.75, 135.5, 22.25
YPbPr 148.76, 31.74, -59.03
Munsell Color System 12176.26 193.23/211.74

#42B4CD HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples

#42B4CD as Background:

The firmest of friendships have been formed in mutual adversity, as iron is most strongly united by the fiercest flame.

Charles Caleb Colton
<p style="background: #42B4CD">…</p>

#42B4CD as Text Color:

When you think you're alone, when you think there's no one in this world who'll stand up for you, look around and make sure you're right. Friends can appear in the most unlikely people, and are often right in front of you.

Richard Thornton
<p style="color: #42B4CD">…</p>

#42B4CD as Text Shadow:

We read that we ought to forgive our enemies; but we do not read that we ought to forgive our friends.

Francis Bacon
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #42B4CD">…</p>

#42B4CD as Linear Gradient:

Oh, the comfort - the inexpressible comfort of feeling safe with a person - having neither to weigh thoughts nor to measure words, but pouring them all right out, just as they are, chaff and grain together.

Dinah Maria Murlock Craik
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #42B4CD)">…</div>

FAQ:

What is the RGB value of #42B4CD?

RGB Value for #42B4CD is rgb(66, 180, 205).

What is the RGB percentage of #42B4CD?

RGB percentage for #42B4CD is 25% Red 70% Green 80% Blue.

What is the CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) color model of #42B4CD?

CMYK Color Model of #42B4CD is 68 Cyan 12 Magenta 0 Yellow 20 Black.

What is the HSL value of #42B4CD?

HSL Value of #42B4CD is 191°(degrees) Hue 58 Saturation 53 Lightness.

What is the HSV value of #42B4CD?

HSV Value of #42B4CD is 191 Hue 68 Saturation 80 Value.

What is the XYZ Color Model of #42B4CD?

XYZ Color Model of #42B4CD is 29.58, 38.21, 63.56.