#42B8DC Hex Color Code
#42B8DC
The Hexadecimal Color #42B8DC is a contrast shade of Medium Turquoise. #42B8DC RGB value is rgb(66, 184, 220). RGB Color Model of #42B8DC consists of 25% red, 72% green and 86% blue. HSL color Mode of #42B8DC has 194°(degrees) Hue, 69% Saturation and 56% Lightness. #42B8DC color has an wavelength of 497.85185nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #42B8DC is #66CCFF. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #42B8DC is #4BD. The Closest Color to #42B8DC is #48D1CC. Official Name of #42B8DC Hex Code is Shakespeare. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #42B8DC is 70 Cyan 16 Magenta 0 Yellow 14 Black and #42B8DC CMY is 70, 16, 0. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #42B8DC is hsl(194,69,56, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(194, 70, 86). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #42B8DC is 32.3, 40.6, 73.83.
Hex8 Value of #42B8DC is #42B8DCFF. Decimal Value of #42B8DC is 4372700 and Octal Value of #42B8DC is 20534334. Binary Value of #42B8DC is 1000010, 10111000, 11011100 and Android of #42B8DC is 4282562780 / 0xff42b8dc. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #42B8DC is 0.22, 0.277, 0.277 and YIQ Color Space of #42B8DC is 152.822, -81.883, -13.7538. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #42B8DC is 29.12, 46.64, 73.25. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #42B8DC is 69.89, -21.32, -27.61. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #42B8DC is 69.89, -43.7, -40.74. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #42B8DC is 69.89, 34.88, 232.33. Hunter Lab variable of #42B8DC is 63.72, -21.02, -24.1.
Graphic Percentage Representation of #42B8DC
RGB Percentages of #42B8DC
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 #42B8DC
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 #42B8DC
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 #42B8DC
To get 25% Saturated #42B8DC Color, you need to convert the hex color #42B8DC 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 #42B8DC 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 #42B8DC
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 #42B8DC
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 #42B8DC
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 #42B8DC to it's lightest color and Color Shades of #42B8DC to it's the darkest color.
#42B8DC Hex Code Space Conversions
| RGB | rgb(66, 184, 220) |
| RGB Percent | 25%, 72%, 86% |
| RYB | 66.0, 132.81, 220.0 |
| CMYK | 70, 16, 0, 14 |
| CMY | 70, 16, 0 |
| HSL | hsl(194, 69%, 56%) |
| HSLA | hsl(194, 69%, 56%, 1.0) |
| HSV | hsv(194, 70, 86) |
| XYZ | 32.3, 40.6, 73.83 |
| Hex8 Value | #42B8DCFF |
| Decimal Value | 4372700 |
| Octal Value | 20534334 |
| Binary Value | 1000010,10111000,11011100 |
| Android | 4282562780 / 0xff42b8dc |
| HSLuv : HUSL | hsl(194, 69%, 56%) |
| xyY | 0.22, 0.277, 40.603 |
| YIQ | 152.822, -81.883, -13.7538 |
| LMS | 29.12, 46.64, 73.25 |
| CieLAB | 69.89, -21.32, -27.61 |
| CieLUV : LCHuv | 69.89, -43.7, -40.74 |
| CieLCH : LCHab | 69.89, 34.88, 232.33 |
| Hunter Lab | 63.72, -21.02, -24.1 |
| YUV | 152.822, 33.04, -76.17 |
| YDbDr | 152.822, 101.09, 165.11 |
| YCbCr | 147.25, 161.3, 73.6 |
| YCoCg | 163.5, 143.0, 20.5 |
| YPbPr | 152.82, 37.91, -61.93 |
| Munsell Color System | 12274.50 199.95/216.08 |
#42B8DC HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples
#42B8DC as Background:
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<p style="background: #42B8DC">…</p>#42B8DC as Text Color:
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<p style="color: #42B8DC">…</p>#42B8DC as Text Shadow:
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<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #42B8DC)">…</div>FAQ:
What is the RGB value of #42B8DC?
RGB Value for #42B8DC is rgb(66, 184, 220).
What is the RGB percentage of #42B8DC?
RGB percentage for #42B8DC is 25% Red 72% Green 86% Blue.
What is the CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) color model of #42B8DC?
CMYK Color Model of #42B8DC is 70 Cyan 16 Magenta 0 Yellow 14 Black.
What is the HSL value of #42B8DC?
HSL Value of #42B8DC is 194°(degrees) Hue 69 Saturation 56 Lightness.
What is the HSV value of #42B8DC?
HSV Value of #42B8DC is 194 Hue 70 Saturation 86 Value.
What is the XYZ Color Model of #42B8DC?
XYZ Color Model of #42B8DC is 32.3, 40.6, 73.83.