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Yellow

#FBFF00

Yellow is a neutral medium color with the hex code #FBFF00. This vibrant hue can be represented as RGB 251, 255, 0 in digital design or CMYK 2%, 0%, 100%, 0% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Yellow Color Values

HEX
#FBFF00
RGB
251, 255, 0
HSL
61°, 100%, 50%
CMYK
2, 0, 100, 0

About this color

Yellow sits at 61° on the color wheel, placing it in the neutral color family, offering versatile neutrality. With 100% saturation and 50% lightness, this vibrant medium hue balances visibility with restraint.

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

When using Yellow in print, the CMYK breakdown of 2%, 0%, 100%, 0% 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 Yellow

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #FBFF00;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 251, 255, 0;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#FBFF00',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 2%
M: 0%
Y: 100%
K: 0%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(251, 255, 0)
rgba(251, 255, 0, 0.8)

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

Brands Using the Same Hue

8 brand s with colors near 61° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #FBFF00?
#FBFF00 is Yellow, a neutral medium color with RGB values of 251, 255, 0. It has a hue of 61°, 100% saturation, and 50% lightness in the HSL color space.
What is the RGB value of #FBFF00?
The RGB color code for #FBFF00 is rgb(251, 255, 0). This means it contains 251 red, 255 green, and 0 blue in the RGB color model.
Is Yellow a warm or cool color?
Yellow (#FBFF00) is a neutral color, sitting between warm and cool on the color wheel.
How do I use #FBFF00 in CSS?
You can use #FBFF00 in CSS with: background-color: #FBFF00; or color: #FBFF00; or as an RGB value: rgb(251, 255, 0). For print design, use CMYK: 2%, 0%, 100%, 0%.