Microsoft Green is a
neutral light color with the hex code #AAE052.
This vibrant hue can be represented as RGB
170, 224, 82 in digital design or CMYK 24%, 0%, 63%, 12% for print applications.
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Microsoft Green
#AAE052
Microsoft Green Color Values
- HEX
- #AAE052
- RGB
- 170, 224, 82
- HSL
- 83°, 70%, 60%
- CMYK
- 24, 0, 63, 12
Shades & Tints
Darker Lighter
About this color
Microsoft Green sits at 83° on the color wheel, placing it in the neutral color family, offering versatile neutrality. With 70% saturation and 60% lightness, this vibrant light hue creates strong visual impact and draws attention.
In digital design, neutral colors like Microsoft Green work well for typography, interface elements, and maintaining balance. Light colors are ideal for backgrounds and creating breathing room in layouts.
When using Microsoft Green in print, the CMYK breakdown of 24%, 0%, 63%, 12% ensures accurate color reproduction. The bright CMYK values indicate this color relies on pure inks rather than black, maintaining vibrancy in print.
Color Harmonies
Complementary
Analogous
Triadic
Split-Complementary
How to use Microsoft Green
CSS Variable
:root {
--brand-primary: #AAE052;
--brand-primary-rgb: 170, 224, 82;
}Define as a CSS custom property for consistent theming across your site.
Tailwind Config
colors: {
brand: '#AAE052',
}
Add to your Tailwind config to use classes like bg-brand.
Print Design (CMYK)
C: 24%
M: 0%
Y: 63%
K: 12%Use these CMYK values in Adobe Illustrator, InDesign, or print specifications.
RGB for Screens
rgb(170, 224, 82)
rgba(170, 224, 82, 0.8)Use RGB notation for compatibility or add alpha channel for transparency.
Frequently Asked Questions
What color is #AAE052?
#AAE052 is Microsoft Green, a neutral light color with RGB values of 170, 224, 82. It has a hue of 83°, 70%
saturation, and 60% lightness in the HSL color
space.
What is the RGB value of #AAE052?
The RGB color code for #AAE052 is rgb(170, 224, 82). This means it contains 170 red,
224 green, and 82 blue in the RGB color model.
Is Microsoft Green a warm or cool color?
Microsoft Green (#AAE052) is a neutral color, sitting between warm and cool on the color wheel.
How do I use #AAE052 in CSS?
You can use #AAE052 in CSS with:
background-color: #AAE052; or color: #AAE052; or as an RGB value: rgb(170, 224, 82). For print design, use CMYK: 24%, 0%, 63%, 12%.