#42A8DB Hex Color Code
#42A8DB
The Hexadecimal Color #42A8DB is a contrast shade of Corn Flower Blue. #42A8DB RGB value is rgb(66, 168, 219). RGB Color Model of #42A8DB consists of 25% red, 65% green and 85% blue. HSL color Mode of #42A8DB has 200°(degrees) Hue, 68% Saturation and 56% Lightness. #42A8DB color has an wavelength of 494.07407nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #42A8DB is #66CCFF. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #42A8DB is #4AD. The Closest Color to #42A8DB is #6495ED. Official Name of #42A8DB Hex Code is Shakespeare. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #42A8DB is 70 Cyan 23 Magenta 0 Yellow 14 Black and #42A8DB CMY is 70, 23, 0. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #42A8DB is hsl(200,68,56, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(200, 70, 86). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #42A8DB is 29.03, 34.27, 72.09.
Hex8 Value of #42A8DB is #42A8DBFF. Decimal Value of #42A8DB is 4368603 and Octal Value of #42A8DB is 20524333. Binary Value of #42A8DB is 1000010, 10101000, 11011011 and Android of #42A8DB is 4282558683 / 0xff42a8db. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #42A8DB is 0.214, 0.253, 0.253 and YIQ Color Space of #42A8DB is 143.316, -77.1681, -5.7018. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #42A8DB is 24.29, 38.19, 71.45. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #42A8DB is 65.18, -13.17, -34.36. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #42A8DB is 65.18, -38.06, -52.68. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #42A8DB is 65.18, 36.8, 249.03. Hunter Lab variable of #42A8DB is 58.54, -13.93, -32.03.
Graphic Percentage Representation of #42A8DB
RGB Percentages of #42A8DB
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 #42A8DB
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 #42A8DB
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 #42A8DB
To get 25% Saturated #42A8DB Color, you need to convert the hex color #42A8DB 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 #42A8DB 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 #42A8DB
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 #42A8DB
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 #42A8DB
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 #42A8DB to it's lightest color and Color Shades of #42A8DB to it's the darkest color.
#42A8DB Hex Code Space Conversions
| RGB | rgb(66, 168, 219) |
| RGB Percent | 25%, 65%, 85% |
| RYB | 66.0, 127.2, 219.0 |
| CMYK | 70, 23, 0, 14 |
| CMY | 70, 23, 0 |
| HSL | hsl(200, 68%, 56%) |
| HSLA | hsl(200, 68%, 56%, 1.0) |
| HSV | hsv(200, 70, 86) |
| XYZ | 29.03, 34.27, 72.09 |
| Hex8 Value | #42A8DBFF |
| Decimal Value | 4368603 |
| Octal Value | 20524333 |
| Binary Value | 1000010,10101000,11011011 |
| Android | 4282558683 / 0xff42a8db |
| HSLuv : HUSL | hsl(200, 68%, 56%) |
| xyY | 0.214, 0.253, 34.275 |
| YIQ | 143.316, -77.1681, -5.7018 |
| LMS | 24.29, 38.19, 71.45 |
| CieLAB | 65.18, -13.17, -34.36 |
| CieLUV : LCHuv | 65.18, -38.06, -52.68 |
| CieLCH : LCHab | 65.18, 36.8, 249.03 |
| Hunter Lab | 58.54, -13.93, -32.03 |
| YUV | 143.316, 37.23, -67.83 |
| YDbDr | 143.316, 113.88, 147.03 |
| YCbCr | 139.08, 165.52, 79.56 |
| YCoCg | 155.25, 142.5, 12.75 |
| YPbPr | 143.32, 42.71, -55.15 |
| Munsell Color System | 11989.25 222.94/223.32 |
#42A8DB HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples
#42A8DB as Background:
Today, what most people live in, or with, is the less-than-nuclear family. Working fathers are absent from home during most of the day, the children are schooled outside it, and practically all women who work for money must go outside to earn their living.
<p style="background: #42A8DB">…</p>#42A8DB as Text Color:
The free expression of resentment against one's parents represents a great opportunity. It provides access to one's true self, reactivates numbed feelings, opens the way for mourning and - with luck - reconciliation.
<p style="color: #42A8DB">…</p>#42A8DB as Text Shadow:
Every articulate family ... generates its own stories, explanations and myths to illuminate the differences in temperament and talent among its children, the lines of allegiance and influence between parent and child.
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #42A8DB">…</p>#42A8DB as Linear Gradient:
Everyone bowed to that unwritten law of family life which ordains that, in the long run, everyone submerges his personal preference in the effort to conform to that of the member of the circle who complains most loudly and is most difficult to satisfy.
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #42A8DB)">…</div>FAQ:
What is the RGB value of #42A8DB?
RGB Value for #42A8DB is rgb(66, 168, 219).
What is the RGB percentage of #42A8DB?
RGB percentage for #42A8DB is 25% Red 65% Green 85% Blue.
What is the CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) color model of #42A8DB?
CMYK Color Model of #42A8DB is 70 Cyan 23 Magenta 0 Yellow 14 Black.
What is the HSL value of #42A8DB?
HSL Value of #42A8DB is 200°(degrees) Hue 68 Saturation 56 Lightness.
What is the HSV value of #42A8DB?
HSV Value of #42A8DB is 200 Hue 70 Saturation 86 Value.
What is the XYZ Color Model of #42A8DB?
XYZ Color Model of #42A8DB is 29.03, 34.27, 72.09.