Dark Blue

#1111D5

About Hex Color #1111D5

The hexadecimal color code #1111D5 represents a specific shade of dark blue. It is formed by combining 6.7% red, 6.7% green, and 83.5% blue. In the RGB color model, which is additive, these percentages combine to create the final color. The name "Dark Blue" provides a general description of the color's appearance. Hex codes are commonly used in web design and digital graphics because they offer a precise way to specify colors. Understanding the composition of a hex code like #1111D5 can help designers choose appropriate colors for their projects and ensure consistency across different media. The color can be perceived as calming and stable.

The color #1111D5, a dark blue, presents significant accessibility challenges, especially concerning color contrast. When used as text against a white background, it fails to meet WCAG (Web Content Accessibility Guidelines) standards for contrast ratio. This means users with visual impairments, such as low vision or color blindness, may struggle to read the text. Similarly, if used as a background color, any light-colored text on top might be illegible for some users. To improve accessibility, consider using a much lighter color for text or a darker color for the background. Tools like WebAIM's Contrast Checker can help evaluate and adjust color combinations to ensure they meet accessibility standards, fostering a more inclusive user experience. It's also essential to avoid relying solely on color to convey information, as this can exclude users with color vision deficiencies. Providing alternative cues, such as text labels or icons, enhances accessibility further.

Shades

Digital Color Formats

RGB
17 17 213
RGB17 17 213
Red
Green
Blue
HSL
240deg 85.22% 45.1%
24085.2245.1HSL
Hue
Saturation
Lightness
HWB
240deg 6.67% 16.47%
2406.6716.47HWB
Hue
Whiteness
Blackness
hex#1111D5
rgb17 17 213
hsl240deg 85.22% 45.1%
cmyk92.02% 92.02% 0% 16.47%
hwb240deg 6.67% 16.47%
xyz-d650.12 0.05 0.63
oklch0.4055 0.2659 265.9
oklab0.4055 -0.02 -0.27
CMYK
92.02% 92.02% 0% 16.47%
92.0292.02016.47CMYK
Cyan
Magenta
Yellow
Key
XYZ-d65
0.12 0.05 0.63
0.120.050.63XYZ
X
Y
Z
OKLCH
0.4055 0.2659 265.9
0.40550.2659265.9LCH
Lightness
Chroma
Hue
OKLAB
0.4055 -0.02 -0.27
0.4055-0.02-0.27LAB
Lightness
Green-Red
Blue-Yellow

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