Shark

#232426

General Information about #232426

The hex color #232426, often referred to as 'Shark,' falls into the category of dark grayish colors. It is composed of 13.73% red, 14.12% green, and 14.9% blue. In the RGB color space, it is represented as (35, 36, 38). This color is generally perceived as neutral and calming, often associated with sophistication and modernity. It's commonly used in designs that aim for a sleek and minimalist aesthetic. Its darkness means that it is mostly used as a background color with light foregrounds for text and user interface elements. Because of the low lightness, accessibility should be considered when using this color.

The hex color #232426, also known as Shark, presents some accessibility challenges. Its low luminance can make it difficult for users with visual impairments to distinguish text or elements using this color against a dark background. According to WCAG guidelines, sufficient contrast is crucial for readability. To ensure accessibility, it's recommended to use #232426 with lighter text colors or UI elements that meet a contrast ratio of at least 4.5:1 for normal text and 3:1 for large text. Employing tools to check color contrast ratios during design is advisable. Also, consider providing alternative themes or color palettes to accommodate users' preferences and needs, especially those with color vision deficiencies. Proper use of ARIA attributes can further enhance the accessibility of elements using this color.

Shades

Digital Color Formats

RGB
35 36 38
RGB35 36 38
Red
Green
Blue
HSL
220 4.11% 14.31%
2204.1114.31HSL
Hue
Saturation
Lightness
HWB
220 13.73% 85.1%
22013.7385.1HWB
Hue
Whiteness
Blackness
hex#232426
rgb35 36 38
hsl220 4.11% 14.31%
cmyk7.89% 5.26% 0% 85.1%
hwb220 13.73% 85.1%
xyz-d650.02 0.02 0.02
oklch0.2601 0.004 264.55
oklab0.2601 0 0
CMYK
7.89% 5.26% 0% 85.1%
7.895.26085.1CMYK
Cyan
Magenta
Yellow
Key
XYZ-d65
0.02 0.02 0.02
0.020.020.02XYZ
X
Y
Z
OKLCH
0.2601 0.004 264.55
0.26010.004264.55LCH
Lightness
Chroma
Hue
OKLAB
0.2601 0 0
0.260100LAB
Lightness
Green–Red
Blue–Yellow

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