Nero

#170704

General Information about #170704

The hex color #170704, also known as Nero, is a very dark shade of brown. It falls within the brown color group, characterized by its earthy and muted tones. In the RGB color model, it is composed of 9.02% red, 2.75% green, and 1.57% blue. This indicates a strong dominance of red, contributing to its brownish hue. The color's darkness is reflected in its low RGB values, resulting in a subdued and almost black appearance. In the context of color theory, #170704 can evoke feelings of sophistication, grounding, and stability. Its darkness can also suggest mystery and reserve. Due to its low luminance, it is often used sparingly in design, typically as an accent color or a background for lighter elements. Understanding its properties and implications is crucial for effective application in various creative fields.

The hex color #170704, a very dark shade of brown often referred to as Nero, presents significant accessibility challenges due to its extremely low luminance. Its contrast ratio against standard white (#FFFFFF) is critically low, making it difficult for users with visual impairments to distinguish text or elements rendered in this color. To ensure accessibility, it is imperative to avoid using #170704 for text or interactive elements on a light background. If this color is essential for branding or design purposes, consider using it sparingly and only on large elements. Pairing it with a much lighter color that provides sufficient contrast is crucial. Additionally, providing alternative cues, such as icons or labels, can help users understand the information being presented. Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) emphasize the importance of sufficient color contrast, and failing to meet these guidelines can exclude a significant portion of users. Thoroughly test the color combination with accessibility tools and user feedback to validate its usability for everyone.

Shades

Digital Color Formats

RGB
23 7 4
RGB23 7 4
Red
Green
Blue
HSL
9.47deg 70.37% 5.29%
9.4770.375.29HSL
Hue
Saturation
Lightness
HWB
9.47deg 1.57% 90.98%
9.471.5790.98HWB
Hue
Whiteness
Blackness
hex#170704
rgb23 7 4
hsl9.47deg 70.37% 5.29%
cmyk0% 69.57% 82.61% 90.98%
hwb9.47deg 1.57% 90.98%
xyz-d650 0 0
oklch0.1541 0.0309 35.74
oklab0.1541 0.03 0.02
CMYK
0% 69.57% 82.61% 90.98%
069.5782.6190.98CMYK
Cyan
Magenta
Yellow
Key
XYZ-d65
0 0 0
000XYZ
X
Y
Z
OKLCH
0.1541 0.0309 35.74
0.15410.030935.74LCH
Lightness
Chroma
Hue
OKLAB
0.1541 0.03 0.02
0.15410.030.02LAB
Lightness
Green-Red
Blue-Yellow

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