Microsoft Green is a
neutral light color with the hex code #B5F174.
This vibrant hue can be represented as RGB
181, 241, 116 in digital design or CMYK 25%, 0%, 52%, 5% for print applications.
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Microsoft Green
#B5F174
Microsoft Green Color Values
- HEX
- #B5F174
- RGB
- 181, 241, 116
- HSL
- 89°, 82%, 70%
- CMYK
- 25, 0, 52, 5
Shades & Tints
Darker Lighter
About this color
Microsoft Green sits at 89° on the color wheel, placing it in the neutral color family, offering versatile neutrality. With 82% saturation and 70% 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 25%, 0%, 52%, 5% 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: #B5F174;
--brand-primary-rgb: 181, 241, 116;
}Define as a CSS custom property for consistent theming across your site.
Tailwind Config
colors: {
brand: '#B5F174',
}
Add to your Tailwind config to use classes like bg-brand.
Print Design (CMYK)
C: 25%
M: 0%
Y: 52%
K: 5%Use these CMYK values in Adobe Illustrator, InDesign, or print specifications.
RGB for Screens
rgb(181, 241, 116)
rgba(181, 241, 116, 0.8)Use RGB notation for compatibility or add alpha channel for transparency.
Frequently Asked Questions
What color is #B5F174?
#B5F174 is Microsoft Green, a neutral light color with RGB values of 181, 241, 116. It has a hue of 89°, 82%
saturation, and 70% lightness in the HSL color
space.
What is the RGB value of #B5F174?
The RGB color code for #B5F174 is rgb(181, 241, 116). This means it contains 181 red,
241 green, and 116 blue in the RGB color model.
Is Microsoft Green a warm or cool color?
Microsoft Green (#B5F174) is a neutral color, sitting between warm and cool on the color wheel.
How do I use #B5F174 in CSS?
You can use #B5F174 in CSS with:
background-color: #B5F174; or color: #B5F174; or as an RGB value: rgb(181, 241, 116). For print design, use CMYK: 25%, 0%, 52%, 5%.