#42C4CC Hex Color Code

#42C4CC

The Hexadecimal Color #42C4CC is a contrast shade of Medium Turquoise. #42C4CC RGB value is rgb(66, 196, 204). RGB Color Model of #42C4CC consists of 25% red, 76% green and 80% blue. HSL color Mode of #42C4CC has 183°(degrees) Hue, 58% Saturation and 53% Lightness. #42C4CC color has an wavelength of 504.77778nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #42C4CC is #66CCFF. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #42C4CC is #4CC. The Closest Color to #42C4CC is #48D1CC. Official Name of #42C4CC Hex Code is Viking. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #42C4CC is 68 Cyan 4 Magenta 0 Yellow 20 Black and #42C4CC CMY is 68, 4, 0. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #42C4CC is hsl(183,58,53, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(183, 68, 80). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #42C4CC is 32.88, 44.99, 64.07.
Hex8 Value of #42C4CC is #42C4CCFF. Decimal Value of #42C4CC is 4375756 and Octal Value of #42C4CC is 20542314. Binary Value of #42C4CC is 1000010, 11000100, 11001100 and Android of #42C4CC is 4282565836 / 0xff42c4cc. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #42C4CC is 0.232, 0.317, 0.317 and YIQ Color Space of #42C4CC is 158.042, -80.0374, -25.0054. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #42C4CC is 33.02, 53.63, 63.72. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #42C4CC is 72.89, -32.13, -14.34. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #42C4CC is 72.89, -48.98, -17.45. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #42C4CC is 72.89, 35.18, 204.05. Hunter Lab variable of #42C4CC is 67.07, -29.88, -9.68.

#42C4CC - Viking Color Image
#42C4CC - Viking Color Image

Graphic Percentage Representation of #42C4CC

RGB Percentages of #42C4CC

25%
76%
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 #42C4CC

25.88%
52.13%
80.0%

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 #42C4CC

68%
4%
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 #42C4CC

To get 25% Saturated #42C4CC Color, you need to convert the hex color #42C4CC 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 #42C4CC 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 #42C4CC

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 #42C4CC

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 #42C4CC

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 #42C4CC to it's lightest color and Color Shades of #42C4CC to it's the darkest color.

#42C4CC Hex Code Space Conversions

RGB rgb(66, 196, 204)
RGB Percent 25%, 76%, 80%
RYB 66.0, 132.94, 204.0
CMYK 68, 4, 0, 20
CMY 68, 4, 0
HSL hsl(183, 58%, 53%)
HSLA hsl(183, 58%, 53%, 1.0)
HSV hsv(183, 68, 80)
XYZ 32.88, 44.99, 64.07
Hex8 Value #42C4CCFF
Decimal Value 4375756
Octal Value 20542314
Binary Value 1000010,11000100,11001100
Android 4282565836 / 0xff42c4cc
HSLuv : HUSL hsl(183, 58%, 53%)
xyY 0.232, 0.317, 44.994
YIQ 158.042, -80.0374, -25.0054
LMS 33.02, 53.63, 63.72
CieLAB 72.89, -32.13, -14.34
CieLUV : LCHuv 72.89, -48.98, -17.45
CieLCH : LCHab 72.89, 35.18, 204.05
Hunter Lab 67.07, -29.88, -9.68
YUV 158.042, 22.6, -80.75
YDbDr 158.042, 69.16, 175.03
YCbCr 151.73, 150.78, 70.33
YCoCg 165.5, 135.0, 30.5
YPbPr 158.04, 25.94, -65.65
Munsell Color System 12443.37 176.26/201.64

#42C4CC HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples

#42C4CC as Background:

Good writing does not succeed or fail on the strength of its ability to persuade. It succeeds or fails on the strength of its ability to engage you, to make you think, to give you a glimpse into someone else's head.

Malcolm Gladwell
<p style="background: #42C4CC">…</p>

#42C4CC as Text Color:

The men the American people admire most extravagantly are the most daring liars; the men they detest most violently are those who try to tell them the truth.

H. L. Mencken
<p style="color: #42C4CC">…</p>

#42C4CC as Text Shadow:

In order for us to liberate the energy of our strength, our weakness must first have a chance to reveal itself.

Paulo Coelho
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #42C4CC">…</p>

#42C4CC as Linear Gradient:

It is most difficult, in my mind, to separate any success, whether it be in your profession, your family, or as in my case, in basketball, from religion.

John Wooden
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #42C4CC)">…</div>

FAQ:

What is the RGB value of #42C4CC?

RGB Value for #42C4CC is rgb(66, 196, 204).

What is the RGB percentage of #42C4CC?

RGB percentage for #42C4CC is 25% Red 76% Green 80% Blue.

What is the CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) color model of #42C4CC?

CMYK Color Model of #42C4CC is 68 Cyan 4 Magenta 0 Yellow 20 Black.

What is the HSL value of #42C4CC?

HSL Value of #42C4CC is 183°(degrees) Hue 58 Saturation 53 Lightness.

What is the HSV value of #42C4CC?

HSV Value of #42C4CC is 183 Hue 68 Saturation 80 Value.

What is the XYZ Color Model of #42C4CC?

XYZ Color Model of #42C4CC is 32.88, 44.99, 64.07.