#42A6A2 Hex Color Code

#42A6A2

The Hexadecimal Color #42A6A2 is a contrast shade of Cadet Blue. #42A6A2 RGB value is rgb(66, 166, 162). RGB Color Model of #42A6A2 consists of 25% red, 65% green and 63% blue. HSL color Mode of #42A6A2 has 178°(degrees) Hue, 43% Saturation and 45% Lightness. #42A6A2 color has an wavelength of 507.92593nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #42A6A2 is #66CCCC. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #42A6A2 is #4AA. The Closest Color to #42A6A2 is #5F9EA0. Official Name of #42A6A2 Hex Code is Tradewind. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #42A6A2 is 60 Cyan 0 Magenta 2 Yellow 35 Black and #42A6A2 CMY is 60, 0, 2. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #42A6A2 is hsl(178,43,45, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(178, 60, 65). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #42A6A2 is 22.4, 31.04, 38.99.
Hex8 Value of #42A6A2 is #42A6A2FF. Decimal Value of #42A6A2 is 4368034 and Octal Value of #42A6A2 is 20523242. Binary Value of #42A6A2 is 1000010, 10100110, 10100010 and Android of #42A6A2 is 4282558114 / 0xff42a6a2. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #42A6A2 is 0.242, 0.336, 0.336 and YIQ Color Space of #42A6A2 is 135.644, -58.3048, -22.3948. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #42A6A2 is 23.42, 37.17, 38.83. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #42A6A2 is 62.54, -29.7, -6.61. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #42A6A2 is 62.54, -40.43, -5.35. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #42A6A2 is 62.54, 30.43, 192.55. Hunter Lab variable of #42A6A2 is 55.71, -25.73, -2.49.

#42A6A2 - Tradewind Color Image
#42A6A2 - Tradewind Color Image

Graphic Percentage Representation of #42A6A2

RGB Percentages of #42A6A2

25%
65%
63%

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 #42A6A2

25.88%
45.89%
65.1%

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 #42A6A2

60%
0%
2%
35%

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 #42A6A2

To get 25% Saturated #42A6A2 Color, you need to convert the hex color #42A6A2 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 #42A6A2 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 #42A6A2

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 #42A6A2

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 #42A6A2

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 #42A6A2 to it's lightest color and Color Shades of #42A6A2 to it's the darkest color.

#42A6A2 Hex Code Space Conversions

RGB rgb(66, 166, 162)
RGB Percent 25%, 65%, 63%
RYB 66.0, 117.02, 166.0
CMYK 60, 0, 2, 35
CMY 60, 0, 2
HSL hsl(178, 43%, 45%)
HSLA hsl(178, 43%, 45%, 1.0)
HSV hsv(178, 60, 65)
XYZ 22.4, 31.04, 38.99
Hex8 Value #42A6A2FF
Decimal Value 4368034
Octal Value 20523242
Binary Value 1000010,10100110,10100010
Android 4282558114 / 0xff42a6a2
HSLuv : HUSL hsl(178, 43%, 45%)
xyY 0.242, 0.336, 31.037
YIQ 135.644, -58.3048, -22.3948
LMS 23.42, 37.17, 38.83
CieLAB 62.54, -29.7, -6.61
CieLUV : LCHuv 62.54, -40.43, -5.35
CieLCH : LCHab 62.54, 30.43, 192.55
Hunter Lab 55.71, -25.73, -2.49
YUV 135.644, 12.96, -61.1
YDbDr 135.644, 39.67, 132.43
YCbCr 132.49, 141.07, 84.36
YCoCg 140.0, 114.0, 26.0
YPbPr 135.64, 14.87, -49.67
Munsell Color System 11827.27 178.67/193.80

#42A6A2 HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples

#42A6A2 as Background:

Many persons have a wrong idea of what constitutes true happiness. It is not attained through self-gratification but through fidelity to a worthy purpose.

Helen Keller
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#42A6A2 as Text Color:

An inventor fails 999 times, and if he succeeds once, he's in. He treats his failures simply as practice shots.

Charles Kettering
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#42A6A2 as Text Shadow:

I don't believe that old cliche that good things come to those who wait. I think good things come to those who want something so bad they can't sit still.

Ashton Kutcher
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #42A6A2">…</p>

#42A6A2 as Linear Gradient:

Most of our obstacles would melt away if, instead of cowering before them, we should make up our minds to walk boldly through them.

Orison Swett Marden
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FAQ:

What is the RGB value of #42A6A2?

RGB Value for #42A6A2 is rgb(66, 166, 162).

What is the RGB percentage of #42A6A2?

RGB percentage for #42A6A2 is 25% Red 65% Green 63% Blue.

What is the CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) color model of #42A6A2?

CMYK Color Model of #42A6A2 is 60 Cyan 0 Magenta 2 Yellow 35 Black.

What is the HSL value of #42A6A2?

HSL Value of #42A6A2 is 178°(degrees) Hue 43 Saturation 45 Lightness.

What is the HSV value of #42A6A2?

HSV Value of #42A6A2 is 178 Hue 60 Saturation 65 Value.

What is the XYZ Color Model of #42A6A2?

XYZ Color Model of #42A6A2 is 22.4, 31.04, 38.99.