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Cyan

#3BF7EA

Cyan is a cool light color with the hex code #3BF7EA. This vibrant hue can be represented as RGB 59, 247, 234 in digital design or CMYK 76%, 0%, 5%, 3% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Cyan Color Values

HEX
#3BF7EA
RGB
59, 247, 234
HSL
176°, 92%, 60%
CMYK
76, 0, 5, 3

About this color

Cyan sits at 176° on the color wheel, placing it in the cool color family, typically conveying calm and professionalism. With 92% saturation and 60% lightness, this vibrant light hue creates strong visual impact and draws attention.

In digital design, cool colors like Cyan work well for backgrounds, navigation, and establishing trust. Light colors are ideal for backgrounds and creating breathing room in layouts.

When using Cyan in print, the CMYK breakdown of 76%, 0%, 5%, 3% ensures accurate color reproduction. The bright CMYK values indicate this color relies on pure inks rather than black, maintaining vibrancy in print.

How to use Cyan

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #3BF7EA;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 59, 247, 234;
}

Define as a CSS custom property for consistent theming across your site.

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#3BF7EA',
}

Add to your Tailwind config to use classes like bg-brand.

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 76%
M: 0%
Y: 5%
K: 3%

Use these CMYK values in Adobe Illustrator, InDesign, or print specifications.

RGB for Screens

rgb(59, 247, 234)
rgba(59, 247, 234, 0.8)

Use RGB notation for compatibility or add alpha channel for transparency.

Brands Using the Same Hue

8 brand s with colors near 176° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #3BF7EA?
#3BF7EA is Cyan, a cool light color with RGB values of 59, 247, 234. It has a hue of 176°, 92% saturation, and 60% lightness in the HSL color space.
What is the RGB value of #3BF7EA?
The RGB color code for #3BF7EA is rgb(59, 247, 234). This means it contains 59 red, 247 green, and 234 blue in the RGB color model.
Is Cyan a warm or cool color?
Cyan (#3BF7EA) is a cool color with a hue between 120-300° on the color wheel.
How do I use #3BF7EA in CSS?
You can use #3BF7EA in CSS with: background-color: #3BF7EA; or color: #3BF7EA; or as an RGB value: rgb(59, 247, 234). For print design, use CMYK: 76%, 0%, 5%, 3%.