#4D4D4D color code insights

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

RGB:rgb(77, 77, 77)
HSL:hsl(0, 0%, 30%)
HEX
#4D4D4D
RGB
77, 77, 77
HSL
0°, 0%, 30%
HSV
0°, 0%, 30%
CMYK
0%, 0%, 0%, 70%

Color Conversion

Generate values across multiple color models in one place.

HEX
#4D4D4D
≈ Steel Blue

Tints & shades

Explore how #4D4D4D behaves when you mix it with white or black. These swatches are perfect for hover states, shadows, and backgrounds.

Hover to copy any hex value and reuse it across your interface.

Shades

0–100%
0%#4D4D4D
10%#454545
20%#3D3D3D
30%#363636
40%#2E2E2E
50%#262626
60%#1F1F1F
70%#171717
80%#0F0F0F
90%#080808
100%#000000

Tints

0–100%
0%#4D4D4D
10%#5E5E5E
20%#707070
30%#828282
40%#949494
50%#A6A6A6
60%#B8B8B8
70%#C9C9C9
80%#DBDBDB
90%#EDEDED
100%#FFFFFF

Color harmonies

Build balanced palettes instantly with harmonies generated from #4D4D4D.

Click any swatch to open its own detail page and keep exploring.

Complementary

Opposite hues that create impact and bold contrast.

Analogous

Neighboring hues for natural, fluid gradients.

Triadic

Three evenly spaced hues for playful balance.

Tetradic

Two complementary pairs that deliver rich variety.

Monochromatic

Lighter and darker siblings inside the same hue family.

Accessibility contrast

Check how readable #4D4D4D 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#4D4D4D
Contrast ratio2.48:1
WCAG levelFail
Sample text on white text
Text color#FFFFFF
Background#4D4D4D
Contrast ratio8.45:1
WCAG levelAAA
Recommended text preview
Text color#FFFFFF
Background#4D4D4D
Contrast ratio8.45:1
WCAG levelAAA

Technical Formats

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

Sign up for free

Practical Formats

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

Sign up for free

Color Analysis

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

Sign up for free

Blindness Simulator

Preview how #4D4D4D appears across common color-vision deficiencies.

Sign up for free

Creative Aspects

Explore seasonal associations, emotional cues, and natural occurrences.

Sign up for free

Design guidance

Balance

Treat #4D4D4D 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.

Need another color?

Jump back to the color picker to upload images, generate palettes, and explore new color relationships.

Open color picker