Blue

#212EF7

General Information About #212ef7

#212ef7 is a vibrant shade of blue, characterized by its high intensity and saturation. It falls within the blue color spectrum and is perceived as a cool and energetic color. In the RGB color model, it is composed of 12.9% red, 18.4% green, and 96.9% blue. Its hexadecimal representation, #212ef7, is commonly used in web design and digital graphics to define the color precisely. The color is associated with feelings of trust, loyalty, and confidence, making it a popular choice for branding and marketing materials. The blue can be seen as a symbol of stability, depth, and expertise and is often used to convey professionalism. It is particularly effective in technological contexts and for creating a sense of security and reliability.

The hex color #212ef7 presents several accessibility considerations, especially in web design. Its high intensity blue hue can be problematic for users with visual impairments, such as those with low vision or color blindness. When used as text, it requires careful contrast consideration against background colors. A light background will render the text nearly illegible, while even some darker backgrounds may not provide sufficient contrast for comfortable reading. According to WCAG guidelines, a contrast ratio of at least 4.5:1 is recommended for normal text and 3:1 for large text. Therefore, it is crucial to pair #212ef7 with a background color that meets these contrast requirements to ensure readability for all users. In interactive elements, such as buttons or links, sufficient contrast is even more critical to ensure that users can easily identify interactive elements. Overreliance on this color can also exclude users who rely on screen readers, as they depend on semantic markup rather than color cues. Providing alternative text descriptions and adhering to semantic HTML practices are essential complements to using #212ef7 to maintain inclusivity.

Shades

Digital Color Formats

RGB
33 46 247
RGB33 46 247
Red
Green
Blue
HSL
236.36deg 93.04% 54.9%
236.3693.0454.9HSL
Hue
Saturation
Lightness
HWB
236.36deg 12.94% 3.14%
236.3612.943.14HWB
Hue
Whiteness
Blackness
hex#212EF7
rgb33 46 247
hsl236.36deg 93.04% 54.9%
cmyk86.64% 81.38% 0% 3.14%
hwb236.36deg 12.94% 3.14%
xyz-d650.18 0.09 0.89
oklch0.4761 0.2821 267.14
oklab0.4761 -0.01 -0.28
CMYK
86.64% 81.38% 0% 3.14%
86.6481.3803.14CMYK
Cyan
Magenta
Yellow
Key
XYZ-d65
0.18 0.09 0.89
0.180.090.89XYZ
X
Y
Z
OKLCH
0.4761 0.2821 267.14
0.47610.2821267.14LCH
Lightness
Chroma
Hue
OKLAB
0.4761 -0.01 -0.28
0.4761-0.01-0.28LAB
Lightness
Green-Red
Blue-Yellow

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