Outer Space

#304140

General Information about #304140

The hexadecimal color #304140, often referred to as "Outer Space," is a dark, muted shade of green-gray. It belongs to the family of neutral colors and possesses a subtle, understated elegance. In the RGB color model, it consists of 18.82% red, 25.49% green, and 25.1% blue. This composition gives it a slightly cool undertone, reminiscent of deep forests or twilight skies. The color is frequently used in designs where a sense of calmness, stability, and sophistication is desired. It's also valued for its versatility, serving as a backdrop that allows other colors to stand out. Its hexadecimal triplet is #304140, its CMYK values are C:0.26, M:0.00, Y:0.01, K:0.75 and its HSL values are H:176, S:15, L:22.

The color #304140, also known as Outer Space, presents some accessibility considerations for web developers. Due to its relatively low luminance, it's crucial to ensure sufficient contrast with text or other foreground elements. According to WCAG guidelines, a contrast ratio of at least 4.5:1 is recommended for standard text and 3:1 for large text. Using #304140 as a background color requires careful selection of foreground colors, opting for lighter shades to meet these contrast requirements. Tools like contrast checkers can help verify compliance. Additionally, avoid relying solely on color to convey information, as users with visual impairments may not be able to distinguish it. Provide alternative cues such as text labels or icons to ensure inclusivity. Considering users with cognitive disabilities is also paramount. Complex visual designs may overwhelm these users, so employing simple and clean layouts is recommended. By keeping these accessibility aspects in mind, developers can create more inclusive and user-friendly web experiences.

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Digital Color Formats

RGB
48 65 64
RGB48 65 64
Red
Green
Blue
HSL
176.47deg 15.04% 22.16%
176.4715.0422.16HSL
Hue
Saturation
Lightness
HWB
176.47deg 18.82% 74.51%
176.4718.8274.51HWB
Hue
Whiteness
Blackness
hex#304140
rgb48 65 64
hsl176.47deg 15.04% 22.16%
cmyk26.15% 0% 1.54% 74.51%
hwb176.47deg 18.82% 74.51%
xyz-d650.04 0.05 0.06
oklch0.3603 0.0219 191.84
oklab0.3603 -0.02 0
CMYK
26.15% 0% 1.54% 74.51%
26.1501.5474.51CMYK
Cyan
Magenta
Yellow
Key
XYZ-d65
0.04 0.05 0.06
0.040.050.06XYZ
X
Y
Z
OKLCH
0.3603 0.0219 191.84
0.36030.0219191.84LCH
Lightness
Chroma
Hue
OKLAB
0.3603 -0.02 0
0.3603-0.020LAB
Lightness
Green-Red
Blue-Yellow

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