#42BDFF Hex Color Code

#42BDFF

The Hexadecimal Color #42BDFF is a contrast shade of Medium Turquoise. #42BDFF RGB value is rgb(66, 189, 255). RGB Color Model of #42BDFF consists of 25% red, 74% green and 100% blue. HSL color Mode of #42BDFF has 201°(degrees) Hue, 100% Saturation and 63% Lightness. #42BDFF color has an wavelength of 493.44444nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #42BDFF is #66CCFF. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #42BDFF is #4BF. The Closest Color to #42BDFF is #48D1CC. Official Name of #42BDFF Hex Code is Picton Blue. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #42BDFF is 74 Cyan 26 Magenta 0 Yellow 0 Black and #42BDFF CMY is 74, 26, 0. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #42BDFF is hsl(201,100,63, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(201, 74, 100). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #42BDFF is 38.49, 44.77, 101.2.
Hex8 Value of #42BDFF is #42BDFFFF. Decimal Value of #42BDFF is 4374015 and Octal Value of #42BDFF is 20536777. Binary Value of #42BDFF is 1000010, 10111101, 11111111 and Android of #42BDFF is 4282564095 / 0xff42bdff. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #42BDFF is 0.209, 0.243, 0.243 and YIQ Color Space of #42BDFF is 159.747, -94.5015, -5.4753. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #42BDFF is 31.0, 49.53, 100.24. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #42BDFF is 72.74, -12.58, -42.18. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #42BDFF is 72.74, -43.45, -66.99. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #42BDFF is 72.74, 44.02, 253.39. Hunter Lab variable of #42BDFF is 66.91, -14.41, -42.84.

#42BDFF - Picton Blue Color Image
#42BDFF - Picton Blue Color Image

Graphic Percentage Representation of #42BDFF

RGB Percentages of #42BDFF

25%
74%
100%

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 #42BDFF

25.88%
55.1%
100.0%

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 #42BDFF

74%
26%
0%
0%

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 #42BDFF

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

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 #42BDFF

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 #42BDFF

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

#42BDFF Hex Code Space Conversions

RGB rgb(66, 189, 255)
RGB Percent 25%, 74%, 100%
RYB 66.0, 140.51, 255.0
CMYK 74, 26, 0, 0
CMY 74, 26, 0
HSL hsl(201, 100%, 63%)
HSLA hsl(201, 100%, 63%, 1.0)
HSV hsv(201, 74, 100)
XYZ 38.49, 44.77, 101.2
Hex8 Value #42BDFFFF
Decimal Value 4374015
Octal Value 20536777
Binary Value 1000010,10111101,11111111
Android 4282564095 / 0xff42bdff
HSLuv : HUSL hsl(201, 100%, 63%)
xyY 0.209, 0.243, 44.769
YIQ 159.747, -94.5015, -5.4753
LMS 31.0, 49.53, 100.24
CieLAB 72.74, -12.58, -42.18
CieLUV : LCHuv 72.74, -43.45, -66.99
CieLCH : LCHab 72.74, 44.02, 253.39
Hunter Lab 66.91, -14.41, -42.84
YUV 159.747, 46.86, -82.25
YDbDr 159.747, 143.33, 178.28
YCbCr 153.19, 175.22, 69.26
YCoCg 174.75, 160.5, 14.25
YPbPr 159.75, 53.75, -66.87
Munsell Color System 12426.20 220.31/224.31

#42BDFF HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples

#42BDFF as Background:

Power doesn't have to show off. Power is confident, self-assuring, self-starting and self-stopping, self-warming and self-justifying. When you have it, you know it.

Ralph Ellison
<p style="background: #42BDFF">…</p>

#42BDFF as Text Color:

I wouldn't say I have a lack of fear. In fact, I'd like my fear emotion to be less because it's very distracting and fries my nervous system.

Elon Musk
<p style="color: #42BDFF">…</p>

#42BDFF as Text Shadow:

Nothing interferes with my concentration. You could put on an orgy in my office and I wouldn't look up. Well, maybe once.

Isaac Asimov
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #42BDFF">…</p>

#42BDFF as Linear Gradient:

Breathe. Let go. And remind yourself that this very moment is the only one you know you have for sure.

Oprah Winfrey
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #42BDFF)">…</div>

FAQ:

What is the RGB value of #42BDFF?

RGB Value for #42BDFF is rgb(66, 189, 255).

What is the RGB percentage of #42BDFF?

RGB percentage for #42BDFF is 25% Red 74% Green 100% Blue.

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

CMYK Color Model of #42BDFF is 74 Cyan 26 Magenta 0 Yellow 0 Black.

What is the HSL value of #42BDFF?

HSL Value of #42BDFF is 201°(degrees) Hue 100 Saturation 63 Lightness.

What is the HSV value of #42BDFF?

HSV Value of #42BDFF is 201 Hue 74 Saturation 100 Value.

What is the XYZ Color Model of #42BDFF?

XYZ Color Model of #42BDFF is 38.49, 44.77, 101.2.