#488AB2 Hex Color Code

#488AB2

The Hexadecimal Color #488AB2 is a contrast shade of Steel Blue. #488AB2 RGB value is rgb(72, 138, 178). RGB Color Model of #488AB2 consists of 28% red, 54% green and 69% blue. HSL color Mode of #488AB2 has 203°(degrees) Hue, 42% Saturation and 49% Lightness. #488AB2 color has an wavelength of 492.18519nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #488AB2 is #6699CC. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #488AB2 is #48A. The Closest Color to #488AB2 is #4682B4. Official Name of #488AB2 Hex Code is Steel Blue. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #488AB2 is 60 Cyan 22 Magenta 0 Yellow 30 Black and #488AB2 CMY is 60, 22, 0. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #488AB2 is hsl(203,42,49, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(203, 60, 70). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #488AB2 is 19.79, 22.77, 45.46.
Hex8 Value of #488AB2 is #488AB2FF. Decimal Value of #488AB2 is 4754098 and Octal Value of #488AB2 is 22105262. Binary Value of #488AB2 is 1001000, 10001010, 10110010 and Android of #488AB2 is 4282944178 / 0xff488ab2. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #488AB2 is 0.225, 0.259, 0.259 and YIQ Color Space of #488AB2 is 122.826, -52.1814, -1.511. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #488AB2 is 16.9, 25.01, 45.07. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #488AB2 is 54.83, -8.97, -27.35. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #488AB2 is 54.83, -27.65, -40.36. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #488AB2 is 54.83, 28.78, 251.84. Hunter Lab variable of #488AB2 is 47.72, -9.48, -23.08.

#488AB2 - Steel Blue Color Image
#488AB2 - Steel Blue Color Image

Graphic Percentage Representation of #488AB2

RGB Percentages of #488AB2

28%
54%
69%

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 #488AB2

28.24%
44.19%
69.8%

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 #488AB2

60%
22%
0%
30%

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 #488AB2

To get 25% Saturated #488AB2 Color, you need to convert the hex color #488AB2 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 #488AB2 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 #488AB2

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 #488AB2

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 #488AB2

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 #488AB2 to it's lightest color and Color Shades of #488AB2 to it's the darkest color.

#488AB2 Hex Code Space Conversions

RGB rgb(72, 138, 178)
RGB Percent 28%, 54%, 69%
RYB 72.0, 112.67, 178.0
CMYK 60, 22, 0, 30
CMY 60, 22, 0
HSL hsl(203, 42%, 49%)
HSLA hsl(203, 42%, 49%, 1.0)
HSV hsv(203, 60, 70)
XYZ 19.79, 22.77, 45.46
Hex8 Value #488AB2FF
Decimal Value 4754098
Octal Value 22105262
Binary Value 1001000,10001010,10110010
Android 4282944178 / 0xff488ab2
HSLuv : HUSL hsl(203, 42%, 49%)
xyY 0.225, 0.259, 22.767
YIQ 122.826, -52.1814, -1.511
LMS 16.9, 25.01, 45.07
CieLAB 54.83, -8.97, -27.35
CieLUV : LCHuv 54.83, -27.65, -40.36
CieLCH : LCHab 54.83, 28.78, 251.84
Hunter Lab 47.72, -9.48, -23.08
YUV 122.826, 27.14, -44.59
YDbDr 122.826, 83.02, 96.66
YCbCr 121.49, 155.35, 96.15
YCoCg 131.5, 125.0, 6.5
YPbPr 122.83, 31.14, -36.25
Munsell Color System 11267.37 222.80/226.50

#488AB2 HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples

#488AB2 as Background:

If you have an important point to make, don't try to be subtle or clever. Use a pile driver. Hit the point once. Then come back and hit it again. Then hit it a third time - a tremendous whack.

Winston Churchill
<p style="background: #488AB2">…</p>

#488AB2 as Text Color:

I was born with music inside me. Music was one of my parts. Like my ribs, my kidneys, my liver, my heart. Like my blood. It was a force already within me when I arrived on the scene. It was a necessity for me-like food or water.

Ray Charles
<p style="color: #488AB2">…</p>

#488AB2 as Text Shadow:

You don't make progress by standing on the sidelines, whimpering and complaining. You make progress by implementing ideas.

Shirley Chisholm
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #488AB2">…</p>

#488AB2 as Linear Gradient:

Contemplation often makes life miserable. We should act more, think less, and stop watching ourselves live.

Nicolas Chamfort
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #488AB2)">…</div>

FAQ:

What is the RGB value of #488AB2?

RGB Value for #488AB2 is rgb(72, 138, 178).

What is the RGB percentage of #488AB2?

RGB percentage for #488AB2 is 28% Red 54% Green 69% Blue.

What is the CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) color model of #488AB2?

CMYK Color Model of #488AB2 is 60 Cyan 22 Magenta 0 Yellow 30 Black.

What is the HSL value of #488AB2?

HSL Value of #488AB2 is 203°(degrees) Hue 42 Saturation 49 Lightness.

What is the HSV value of #488AB2?

HSV Value of #488AB2 is 203 Hue 60 Saturation 70 Value.

What is the XYZ Color Model of #488AB2?

XYZ Color Model of #488AB2 is 19.79, 22.77, 45.46.