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Magenta

#FC03E8

Magenta is a warm medium color with the hex code #FC03E8. This vibrant hue can be represented as RGB 252, 3, 232 in digital design or CMYK 0%, 99%, 8%, 1% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Magenta Color Values

HEX
#FC03E8
RGB
252, 3, 232
HSL
305°, 98%, 50%
CMYK
0, 99, 8, 1

Shades & Tints

Darker Lighter

About this color

Magenta sits at 305° on the color wheel, placing it in the warm color family, often associated with energy and warmth. With 98% saturation and 50% lightness, this vibrant medium hue balances visibility with restraint.

In digital design, warm colors like Magenta 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 Magenta in print, the CMYK breakdown of 0%, 99%, 8%, 1% 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 Magenta

CSS Variable 

:root {
  --brand-primary: #FC03E8;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 252, 3, 232;
}

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

Tailwind Config 

colors: {
  brand: '#FC03E8',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK) 

C: 0%
M: 99%
Y: 8%
K: 1%

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

RGB for Screens 

rgb(252, 3, 232)
rgba(252, 3, 232, 0.8)

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

Brands Using the Same Hue

1 brand with colors near 305° on the color wheel

Nubank logo
Nubank

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #FC03E8?
#FC03E8 is Magenta, a warm medium color with RGB values of 252, 3, 232. It has a hue of 305°, 98% saturation, and 50% lightness in the HSL color space.
What is the RGB value of #FC03E8?
The RGB color code for #FC03E8 is rgb(252, 3, 232). This means it contains 252 red, 3 green, and 232 blue in the RGB color model.
Is Magenta a warm or cool color?
Magenta (#FC03E8) is a warm color with a hue between 0-60° or 300-360° on the color wheel.
How do I use #FC03E8 in CSS?
You can use #FC03E8 in CSS with: background-color: #FC03E8; or color: #FC03E8; or as an RGB value: rgb(252, 3, 232). For print design, use CMYK: 0%, 99%, 8%, 1%.

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