Science Blue

#015CD5

General Information about #015CD5

The hexadecimal color code #015CD5 represents a specific shade of blue, often referred to as "Science Blue". It is composed of 01 red, 5C green, and D5 blue in hexadecimal notation. In the RGB color model, this translates to 1 red, 92 green, and 213 blue. This color is located in the blue-violet part of the color spectrum. Colors like this are often perceived as trustworthy and reliable. The Science Blue color is commonly used in web design, graphic design, and other creative applications to evoke feelings of trust, intelligence, and innovation. The hexadecimal system offers a concise and standardized way to represent colors across different platforms and devices, ensuring consistency in visual communication.

The color #015CD5, a deep and vibrant blue, presents specific accessibility considerations for web design. When used as a foreground color, it requires careful pairing with background colors to ensure sufficient contrast. According to WCAG guidelines, a contrast ratio of at least 4.5:1 is recommended for standard text and 3:1 for large text to meet AA compliance. Using a light background like white or a very pale yellow can provide adequate contrast. Conversely, avoid pairing it with dark blues, purples, or blacks as this could render text illegible for users with visual impairments. For decorative elements, such as icons or graphical accents, consider the surrounding context and ensure the color differentiation is clear enough to convey meaning effectively. Providing alternative text descriptions for images using this color is also crucial for screen reader users. Thoroughly testing the color scheme with accessibility tools and user feedback is essential to guarantee an inclusive user experience.

Shades

Digital Color Formats

RGB
1 92 213
RGB1 92 213
Red
Green
Blue
HSL
214.25deg 99.07% 41.96%
214.2599.0741.96HSL
Hue
Saturation
Lightness
HWB
214.25deg 0.39% 16.47%
214.250.3916.47HWB
Hue
Whiteness
Blackness
hex#015CD5
rgb1 92 213
hsl214.25deg 99.07% 41.96%
cmyk99.53% 56.81% 0% 16.47%
hwb214.25deg 0.39% 16.47%
xyz-d650.16 0.12 0.65
oklch0.5082 0.2005 259.45
oklab0.5082 -0.04 -0.2
CMYK
99.53% 56.81% 0% 16.47%
99.5356.81016.47CMYK
Cyan
Magenta
Yellow
Key
XYZ-d65
0.16 0.12 0.65
0.160.120.65XYZ
X
Y
Z
OKLCH
0.5082 0.2005 259.45
0.50820.2005259.45LCH
Lightness
Chroma
Hue
OKLAB
0.5082 -0.04 -0.2
0.5082-0.04-0.2LAB
Lightness
Green-Red
Blue-Yellow

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