Blue

#2A01E5

General Information about #2A01E5

The hexadecimal color #2A01E5 represents a shade of blue. In the RGB color model, it is composed of 16.47% red, 0.39% green, and 89.8% blue. This combination results in a vivid, deep blue hue. Hex color codes are widely used in web design and digital graphics for specifying colors precisely. Understanding the composition of a hex color can be helpful for designers when creating color schemes and ensuring color consistency across different media. The color #2A01E5 is mostly used to create a modern and bold aesthetic. As with all colors, the specific perception of #2A01E5 can vary based on individual viewers and screen calibration.

The color #2A01E5, a deep and vibrant blue, presents some accessibility challenges. Its luminance is relatively low, meaning it may not provide sufficient contrast when used against light backgrounds, potentially making text or interface elements difficult to read for users with visual impairments. According to WCAG guidelines, sufficient contrast ratios are crucial for ensuring readability. To improve accessibility, consider pairing this blue with lighter shades of yellow, white, or lighter blues to meet the contrast requirements. Alternatively, using a darker background can also enhance the contrast. Providing alternative text descriptions for images that utilize this color is also important. Testing color combinations with accessibility tools is highly recommended to ensure compliance with accessibility standards and to provide an inclusive experience for all users.

Shades

Digital Color Formats

RGB
42 1 229
RGB42 1 229
Red
Green
Blue
HSL
250.79deg 99.13% 45.1%
250.7999.1345.1HSL
Hue
Saturation
Lightness
HWB
250.79deg 0.39% 10.2%
250.790.3910.2HWB
Hue
Whiteness
Blackness
hex#2A01E5
rgb42 1 229
hsl250.79deg 99.13% 45.1%
cmyk81.66% 99.56% 0% 10.2%
hwb250.79deg 0.39% 10.2%
xyz-d650.15 0.06 0.75
oklch0.429 0.2807 270.02
oklab0.429 0 -0.28
CMYK
81.66% 99.56% 0% 10.2%
81.6699.56010.2CMYK
Cyan
Magenta
Yellow
Key
XYZ-d65
0.15 0.06 0.75
0.150.060.75XYZ
X
Y
Z
OKLCH
0.429 0.2807 270.02
0.4290.2807270.02LCH
Lightness
Chroma
Hue
OKLAB
0.429 0 -0.28
0.4290-0.28LAB
Lightness
Green-Red
Blue-Yellow

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