Royal Blue

#2D48FB

General Information about #2D48FB

The hexadecimal color code #2D48FB represents a specific shade of blue, often referred to as Royal Blue. It is composed of 17.65% red, 28.24% green, and 98.43% blue. In the RGB (Red, Green, Blue) color model, this translates to 45 red, 72 green, and 251 blue. The corresponding CMYK (Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, Key/Black) values are 82.07% cyan, 71.31% magenta, 0% yellow, and 1.57% black. This color is located in the blue-violet part of the color spectrum and has a strong, vibrant appearance. It is commonly associated with royalty, sophistication, and trust, making it a popular choice in various design applications, from web development to branding.

The hex color #2D48FB, a vibrant shade of royal blue, presents both opportunities and challenges in terms of accessibility. When used as a foreground color, it requires careful consideration of the background color to ensure sufficient contrast for readability, especially for users with visual impairments. A contrast ratio of at least 4.5:1 is recommended for normal text and 3:1 for large text to meet WCAG (Web Content Accessibility Guidelines) standards. Lighter backgrounds, such as white or pale yellow, would generally provide better contrast than darker shades. Additionally, providing alternative text descriptions for images or elements using this color is crucial for users who rely on screen readers. Using #2D48FB as a background color should also be approached cautiously, with foreground elements needing to be easily distinguishable. Thoughtful design choices can mitigate potential accessibility issues and ensure an inclusive user experience.

Shades

Digital Color Formats

RGB
45 72 251
RGB45 72 251
Red
Green
Blue
HSL
232.14deg 96.26% 58.04%
232.1496.2658.04HSL
Hue
Saturation
Lightness
HWB
232.14deg 17.65% 1.57%
232.1417.651.57HWB
Hue
Whiteness
Blackness
hex#2D48FB
rgb45 72 251
hsl232.14deg 96.26% 58.04%
cmyk82.07% 71.31% 0% 1.57%
hwb232.14deg 17.65% 1.57%
xyz-d650.21 0.12 0.93
oklch0.5173 0.2622 267.7
oklab0.5173 -0.01 -0.26
CMYK
82.07% 71.31% 0% 1.57%
82.0771.3101.57CMYK
Cyan
Magenta
Yellow
Key
XYZ-d65
0.21 0.12 0.93
0.210.120.93XYZ
X
Y
Z
OKLCH
0.5173 0.2622 267.7
0.51730.2622267.7LCH
Lightness
Chroma
Hue
OKLAB
0.5173 -0.01 -0.26
0.5173-0.01-0.26LAB
Lightness
Green-Red
Blue-Yellow

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