Shark

#2A2C2C

General Information about #2A2C2C

The hex color #2A2C2C, often referred to as "Shark" in color naming systems, is a dark, muted gray color. It belongs to the gray color family, characterized by its lack of strong chromaticity. In the RGB (Red, Green, Blue) color model, #2A2C2C is composed of 16.47% red, 17.25% green, and 17.25% blue. In the CMYK (Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, Key/Black) color model, it consists of 4% cyan, 0% magenta, 0% yellow, and 83% black. Its neutral nature makes it a versatile choice for various design applications. The color is frequently used in web design, graphic design, and branding. It is perceived as a modern and timeless color.

The hex color #2A2C2C, also known as Shark, presents specific accessibility considerations, particularly in text and user interface design. Its low luminance value necessitates careful selection of contrasting colors to ensure readability and usability. According to WCAG guidelines, sufficient contrast between text and background is essential for users with visual impairments. A small text requires a contrast ratio of 4.5:1, and large text (14pt bold/18pt regular or larger) requires a contrast ratio of 3:1. When using #2A2C2C as a background, pairing it with lighter text colors such as white or very light grays can significantly improve contrast. Conversely, if #2A2C2C is used for text, a light background color is crucial. Tools like contrast checkers can help verify compliance with accessibility standards, ensuring that content is accessible to a broader audience, including those with low vision or color blindness. Ignoring these guidelines can result in content that is difficult or impossible for some users to read.

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Digital Color Formats

RGB
42 44 44
RGB42 44 44
Red
Green
Blue
HSL
180 2.33% 16.86%
1802.3316.86HSL
Hue
Saturation
Lightness
HWB
180 16.47% 82.75%
18016.4782.75HWB
Hue
Whiteness
Blackness
hex#2A2C2C
rgb42 44 44
hsl180 2.33% 16.86%
cmyk4.55% 0% 0% 82.75%
hwb180 16.47% 82.75%
xyz-d650.02 0.02 0.03
oklch0.2911 0.0029 197.64
oklab0.2911 0 0
CMYK
4.55% 0% 0% 82.75%
4.550082.75CMYK
Cyan
Magenta
Yellow
Key
XYZ-d65
0.02 0.02 0.03
0.020.020.03XYZ
X
Y
Z
OKLCH
0.2911 0.0029 197.64
0.29110.0029197.64LCH
Lightness
Chroma
Hue
OKLAB
0.2911 0 0
0.291100LAB
Lightness
Green–Red
Blue–Yellow

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