#4999B6 color code insights

All the conversions, harmonies, and accessibility checks you need to design with confidence.

RGB:rgb(73, 153, 182)

HSL:hsl(196, 43%, 50%)

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HEX

#4999B6

RGB

73, 153, 182

HSL

196°, 43%, 50%

HSV

196°, 60%, 71%

CMYK

60%, 16%, 0%, 29%

Color Conversion

Generate values across multiple color models in one place.

HEXHue (196°)Saturation (43%)Lightness (50%)

#4999B6

≈≈ Steel Blue

Reference color cards

Lower ΔE means a closer visual match

Tints & shades

Explore how #4999B6 behaves when you mix it with white or black. These swatches are perfect for hover states, shadows, and backgrounds.

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Shades

0–100%

0%#4999B6

10%#418AA4

20%#3A7A92

30%#336B80

40%#2C5C6D

50%#244D5B

60%#1D3D49

70%#162E37

80%#0F1F24

90%#070F12

100%#000000

Tints

0–100%

0%#4999B6

10%#5BA3BE

20%#6DADC5

30%#7FB8CC

40%#92C2D3

50%#A4CCDB

60%#B6D6E2

70%#C8E0E9

80%#DBEBF0

90%#EDF5F8

100%#FFFFFF

Common use cases

UI component states (hover, active, disabled)
Creating depth with shadows and highlights
Building consistent color systems

Design system

Design system tip

These variations form the foundation of a cohesive palette. Export them to keep marketing, product, and engineering aligned.

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Color harmonies

Build balanced palettes instantly with harmonies generated from #4999B6.

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How to use

Pick one dominant color, then let supporting hues act as accents for typography, surfaces, and call-to-action buttons.

Why it matters

Balanced harmonies communicate intent—calm, energetic, premium—without overwhelming your layout.

Complementary

Opposite hues that create impact and bold contrast.

Best for

High-impact CTAs, logos, and hero sections

Analogous

Neighboring hues for natural, fluid gradients.

Best for

Nature-inspired, calming dashboards

Triadic

Three evenly spaced hues for playful balance.

Best for

Playful branding and editorial layouts

Tetradic

Two complementary pairs that deliver rich variety.

Best for

Illustrations and marketing experiments

Monochromatic

Lighter and darker siblings inside the same hue family.

Best for

Minimalist interfaces and premium UI states

Accessibility contrast

Check how readable #4999B6 is with common text colors so every visitor enjoys a clear experience.

Use AA as the baseline for body copy and AAA for premium accessibility.

Sample text on black text

Text color#000000

Background#4999B6

Contrast ratio6.52:1

WCAG levelAA

Sample text on white text

Text color#FFFFFF

Background#4999B6

Contrast ratio3.22:1

WCAG levelFail

Recommended text preview

Text color#000000

Background#4999B6

Contrast ratio6.52:1

WCAG levelAA

Technical Formats

Unlock pro color spaces like XYZ, LAB, CMYK variants, and export-ready profiles.

Practical Formats

Get print simulations, LED mappings, and developer-ready byte orders.

Color Analysis

Dive into spectral data, dominance reports, and advanced analytics.

Blindness Simulator

Preview how #4999B6 appears across common color-vision deficiencies.

Creative Aspects

Explore seasonal associations, emotional cues, and natural occurrences.

Design guidance

Balance

Treat #4999B6 as a highlight. Pair it with neutrals and one supporting hue to avoid visual overload.

Contrast

Test combinations with real content. Higher contrast improves scanning, readability, and conversions.

Harmony

Use lighter tints for surfaces, the base color for primaries, and darker shades for hover or pressed states.

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