Electric Lime

Q: How do I use #C5E817 in CSS?

You can use #C5E817 in CSS with: background-color: #C5E817; or color: #C5E817; or as an RGB value: rgb(197, 232, 23). For print design, use CMYK: 15%, 0%, 90%, 9%.

#C5E817

Electric Lime is a neutral medium color with the hex code #C5E817. This vibrant hue can be represented as RGB 197, 232, 23 in digital design or CMYK 15%, 0%, 90%, 9% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Electric Lime Color Values

HEX: #C5E817
RGB: 197, 232, 23
HSL: 70°, 82%, 50%
CMYK: 15, 0, 90, 9

Shades & Tints

Darker Lighter

About this color

Electric Lime sits at 70° on the color wheel, placing it in the neutral color family, offering versatile neutrality. With 82% saturation and 50% lightness, this vibrant medium hue balances visibility with restraint.

In digital design, neutral colors like Electric Lime work well for typography, interface elements, and maintaining balance. Medium-toned colors offer versatility across both light and dark design themes.

When using Electric Lime in print, the CMYK breakdown of 15%, 0%, 90%, 9% 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 Electric Lime

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #C5E817;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 197, 232, 23;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#C5E817',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 15%
M: 0%
Y: 90%
K: 9%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(197, 232, 23)
rgba(197, 232, 23, 0.8)

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

Brands Using the Same Hue

4 brand s with colors near 70° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #C5E817?

#C5E817 is Electric Lime, a neutral medium color with RGB values of 197, 232, 23. It has a hue of 70°, 82% saturation, and 50% lightness in the HSL color space.

What is the RGB value of #C5E817?

The RGB color code for #C5E817 is rgb(197, 232, 23). This means it contains 197 red, 232 green, and 23 blue in the RGB color model.

Is Electric Lime a warm or cool color?

Electric Lime (#C5E817) is a neutral color, sitting between warm and cool on the color wheel.

How do I use #C5E817 in CSS?

You can use #C5E817 in CSS with: background-color: #C5E817; or color: #C5E817; or as an RGB value: rgb(197, 232, 23). For print design, use CMYK: 15%, 0%, 90%, 9%.