#42B4E3 Hex Color Code

#42B4E3

The Hexadecimal Color #42B4E3 is a contrast shade of Medium Turquoise. #42B4E3 RGB value is rgb(66, 180, 227). RGB Color Model of #42B4E3 consists of 25% red, 70% green and 89% blue. HSL color Mode of #42B4E3 has 198°(degrees) Hue, 74% Saturation and 57% Lightness. #42B4E3 color has an wavelength of 495.33333nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #42B4E3 is #66CCFF. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #42B4E3 is #4BD. The Closest Color to #42B4E3 is #48D1CC. Official Name of #42B4E3 Hex Code is Picton Blue. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #42B4E3 is 71 Cyan 21 Magenta 0 Yellow 11 Black and #42B4E3 CMY is 71, 21, 0. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #42B4E3 is hsl(198,74,57, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(198, 71, 89). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #42B4E3 is 32.43, 39.34, 78.54.
Hex8 Value of #42B4E3 is #42B4E3FF. Decimal Value of #42B4E3 is 4371683 and Octal Value of #42B4E3 is 20532343. Binary Value of #42B4E3 is 1000010, 10110100, 11100011 and Android of #42B4E3 is 4282561763 / 0xff42b4e3. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #42B4E3 is 0.216, 0.262, 0.262 and YIQ Color Space of #42B4E3 is 151.272, -83.0337, -9.4846. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #42B4E3 is 27.91, 44.44, 77.87. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #42B4E3 is 69.0, -16.98, -32.82. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #42B4E3 is 69.0, -41.87, -50.02. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #42B4E3 is 69.0, 36.95, 242.64. Hunter Lab variable of #42B4E3 is 62.72, -17.47, -30.34.

#42B4E3 - Picton Blue Color Image
#42B4E3 - Picton Blue Color Image

Graphic Percentage Representation of #42B4E3

RGB Percentages of #42B4E3

25%
70%
89%

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 #42B4E3

25.88%
52.06%
89.02%

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 #42B4E3

71%
21%
0%
11%

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 #42B4E3

To get 25% Saturated #42B4E3 Color, you need to convert the hex color #42B4E3 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 #42B4E3 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 #42B4E3

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 #42B4E3

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 #42B4E3

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 #42B4E3 to it's lightest color and Color Shades of #42B4E3 to it's the darkest color.

#42B4E3 Hex Code Space Conversions

RGB rgb(66, 180, 227)
RGB Percent 25%, 70%, 89%
RYB 66.0, 132.74, 227.0
CMYK 71, 21, 0, 11
CMY 71, 21, 0
HSL hsl(198, 74%, 57%)
HSLA hsl(198, 74%, 57%, 1.0)
HSV hsv(198, 71, 89)
XYZ 32.43, 39.34, 78.54
Hex8 Value #42B4E3FF
Decimal Value 4371683
Octal Value 20532343
Binary Value 1000010,10110100,11100011
Android 4282561763 / 0xff42b4e3
HSLuv : HUSL hsl(198, 74%, 57%)
xyY 0.216, 0.262, 39.343
YIQ 151.272, -83.0337, -9.4846
LMS 27.91, 44.44, 77.87
CieLAB 69.0, -16.98, -32.82
CieLUV : LCHuv 69.0, -41.87, -50.02
CieLCH : LCHab 69.0, 36.95, 242.64
Hunter Lab 62.72, -17.47, -30.34
YUV 151.272, 37.25, -74.81
YDbDr 151.272, 113.95, 162.16
YCbCr 145.92, 165.54, 74.57
YCoCg 163.25, 146.5, 16.75
YPbPr 151.27, 42.74, -60.82
Munsell Color System 12220.85 211.31/220.43

#42B4E3 HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples

#42B4E3 as Background:

Love is not a business. It's not a transaction. It's not an exchange or something you get for doing something it's not a trade. It's a gift!

Tony Robbins
<p style="background: #42B4E3">…</p>

#42B4E3 as Text Color:

Those who have never known the deep intimacy and the intense companionship of happy mutual love have missed the best thing that life has to give.

Bertrand Russell
<p style="color: #42B4E3">…</p>

#42B4E3 as Text Shadow:

I have a very strong feeling that the opposite of love is not hate - it's apathy. It's not giving a damn.

Leo Buscaglia
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #42B4E3">…</p>

#42B4E3 as Linear Gradient:

To find someone who will love you for no reason, and to shower that person with reasons, that is the ultimate happiness.

Robert Breault
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #42B4E3)">…</div>

FAQ:

What is the RGB value of #42B4E3?

RGB Value for #42B4E3 is rgb(66, 180, 227).

What is the RGB percentage of #42B4E3?

RGB percentage for #42B4E3 is 25% Red 70% Green 89% Blue.

What is the CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) color model of #42B4E3?

CMYK Color Model of #42B4E3 is 71 Cyan 21 Magenta 0 Yellow 11 Black.

What is the HSL value of #42B4E3?

HSL Value of #42B4E3 is 198°(degrees) Hue 74 Saturation 57 Lightness.

What is the HSV value of #42B4E3?

HSV Value of #42B4E3 is 198 Hue 71 Saturation 89 Value.

What is the XYZ Color Model of #42B4E3?

XYZ Color Model of #42B4E3 is 32.43, 39.34, 78.54.