Microsoft Red is a
warm medium color with the hex code #E0421F.
This vibrant hue can be represented as RGB
224, 66, 31 in digital design or CMYK 0%, 71%, 86%, 12% for print applications.
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Microsoft Red
#E0421F
Microsoft Red Color Values
- HEX
- #E0421F
- RGB
- 224, 66, 31
- HSL
- 11°, 76%, 50%
- CMYK
- 0, 71, 86, 12
Shades & Tints
Darker Lighter
About this color
Microsoft Red sits at 11° on the color wheel, placing it in the warm color family, often associated with energy and warmth. With 76% saturation and 50% lightness, this vibrant medium hue balances visibility with restraint.
In digital design, warm colors like Microsoft Red work well for calls-to-action, accent elements, and creating urgency. Medium-toned colors offer versatility across both light and dark design themes.
When using Microsoft Red in print, the CMYK breakdown of 0%, 71%, 86%, 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 Red
CSS Variable
:root {
--brand-primary: #E0421F;
--brand-primary-rgb: 224, 66, 31;
}Define as a CSS custom property for consistent theming across your site.
Tailwind Config
colors: {
brand: '#E0421F',
}
Add to your Tailwind config to use classes like bg-brand.
Print Design (CMYK)
C: 0%
M: 71%
Y: 86%
K: 12%Use these CMYK values in Adobe Illustrator, InDesign, or print specifications.
RGB for Screens
rgb(224, 66, 31)
rgba(224, 66, 31, 0.8)Use RGB notation for compatibility or add alpha channel for transparency.
Frequently Asked Questions
What color is #E0421F?
#E0421F is Microsoft Red, a warm medium color with RGB values of 224, 66, 31. It has a hue of 11°, 76%
saturation, and 50% lightness in the HSL color
space.
What is the RGB value of #E0421F?
The RGB color code for #E0421F is rgb(224, 66, 31). This means it contains 224 red,
66 green, and 31 blue in the RGB color model.
Is Microsoft Red a warm or cool color?
Microsoft Red (#E0421F) is a warm color with a hue between 0-60° or 300-360° on the color wheel.
How do I use #E0421F in CSS?
You can use #E0421F in CSS with:
background-color: #E0421F; or color: #E0421F; or as an RGB value: rgb(224, 66, 31). For print design, use CMYK: 0%, 71%, 86%, 12%.