Madison

#01245D

General Information about Madison (#01245D)

The hexadecimal color code #01245D, also known as Madison, is a dark shade of blue. In the RGB color model, it is composed of 0.39% red, 14.12% green, and 36.47% blue. In the CMYK color model, it is composed of 99% cyan, 61% magenta, 0% yellow, and 64% black. This color is often associated with depth, stability, and professionalism. It is frequently used in corporate branding, government websites, and educational materials to convey a sense of trustworthiness and authority. Its cool undertones can also evoke feelings of calmness and serenity, making it suitable for healthcare settings or relaxation-oriented applications. However, its darkness requires careful consideration of contrast when used with text or other visual elements to ensure readability and accessibility.

The hex color #01245D, also known as Madison, presents accessibility challenges due to its dark nature. When used as a background, it requires very light text to ensure sufficient contrast for readability. A contrast ratio of at least 4.5:1 is recommended for normal-sized text and 3:1 for large text (14pt bold or 18pt). Using a color contrast checker is essential to verify compliance with WCAG guidelines. For users with visual impairments, including color blindness, this dark shade might be difficult to distinguish from other dark colors, so avoid relying solely on color to convey important information. Consider providing supplementary cues like text labels or icons. Ensure interactive elements like buttons or links have clear visual indicators beyond color alone, such as underlines or borders, to aid usability.

Shades

Digital Color Formats

RGB
1 36 93
RGB1 36 93
Red
Green
Blue
HSL
217.17deg 97.87% 18.43%
217.1797.8718.43HSL
Hue
Saturation
Lightness
HWB
217.17deg 0.39% 63.53%
217.170.3963.53HWB
Hue
Whiteness
Blackness
hex#01245D
rgb1 36 93
hsl217.17deg 97.87% 18.43%
cmyk98.92% 61.29% 0% 63.53%
hwb217.17deg 0.39% 63.53%
xyz-d650.03 0.02 0.11
oklch0.2788 0.1096 259.73
oklab0.2788 -0.02 -0.11
CMYK
98.92% 61.29% 0% 63.53%
98.9261.29063.53CMYK
Cyan
Magenta
Yellow
Key
XYZ-d65
0.03 0.02 0.11
0.030.020.11XYZ
X
Y
Z
OKLCH
0.2788 0.1096 259.73
0.27880.1096259.73LCH
Lightness
Chroma
Hue
OKLAB
0.2788 -0.02 -0.11
0.2788-0.02-0.11LAB
Lightness
Green-Red
Blue-Yellow

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