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#517EBD — Azure color swatch

Azure

#517EBD

📝 Color Information for #517EBD

The hexadecimal color code #517EBD represents a medium shade in the blue family. In the RGB color model, this color is composed of 81 red, 126 green, and 189 blue, which translates to approximately 32% red, 49% green, and 74% blue. This makes it a slightly desaturated color with cool undertones that can evoke different emotional responses depending on its application. When analyzed in the HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) color space, #517EBD has a hue of 215 degrees, a saturation level of 45%, and a lightness value of 53%. The hue angle of 215° places this color firmly in the blue spectrum. In the HSV/HSB color model, this translates to a hue of 215°, saturation of 57%, and brightness/value of 74%. For print applications using the CMYK color model, #517EBD would be reproduced using 57% cyan, 33% magenta, 0% yellow, and 26% black. The closest web-safe color is #6666CC, which may be useful for ensuring compatibility across older displays and systems. This color works well in various design contexts. With its medium lightness, it's versatile enough for both foreground elements and subtle backgrounds. The moderate to low saturation gives this color a sophisticated, muted quality that works well in professional and minimalist designs. When pairing #517EBD with other colors, consider its complementary color at hue 35° for maximum contrast, or use analogous colors within 30° of its hue for harmonious combinations. The decimal representation of this color is 5340861, which can be useful in certain programming contexts.

🔢 Color Conversion Codes for #517EBD

Tailwind CSS
slate-500
HEX
#517EBD
RGB
rgb(81, 126, 189)
RGB %
32%, 49%, 74%
HSL
hsl(215, 45%, 53%)
HSV
hsv(215, 57%, 74%)
CMYK
57%, 33%, 0%, 26%
Decimal
5340861
Web Safe
#6666CC

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👁️ Preview of #517EBD in Use

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📋 CSS Code for #517EBD

:root { --color-hex: #517EBD; --color-rgb: 81, 126, 189; --color-hsl: 215, 45%, 53%; } .bg-color { background-color: #517EBD; } .text-color { color: #517EBD; } .border-color { border-color: #517EBD; }

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About Azure (#517EBD)

Azure is a medium, moderately saturated, cool blue color with a hue angle of 215°, saturation of 45%, and lightness of 53%. Its RGB value is (81, 126, 189) and its CMYK breakdown is C:57% M:33% Y:0% K:26%.

This is a Summer (Cool) color palette archetype. Trust, Loyalty, Wisdom, Confidence. Blue is considered beneficial to the mind and body.

Frequently Asked Questions About #517EBD

What is the HEX code for Azure? +

The HEX code for Azure is #517EBD. In CSS you can use it directly as color: #517EBD; or as a background: background-color: #517EBD;. The three-character shorthand is not available for this color since it cannot be reduced without changing the value. Use the full six-character hex for accurate reproduction in any web or design project.

What is the RGB value of #517EBD? +

The RGB value of #517EBD is rgb(81, 126, 189). This means the color contains 81 out of 255 parts red, 126 out of 255 parts green, and 189 out of 255 parts blue. Red is the moderate channel in this color mix. You can use the full RGB function in any CSS property: color: rgb(81, 126, 189);

What is the HSL value of #517EBD? +

The HSL value of #517EBD is hsl(215, 45%, 53%). The hue is 215°, placing it in the blue family on the color wheel. The saturation is 45%, making it moderately saturated. The lightness is 53%, making it medium. HSL is the most useful format for programmatic color manipulation in CSS, as you can easily adjust lightness to create tints and shades.

Is #517EBD a warm or cool color? +

#517EBD is classified as a cool color based on its hue angle of 215°. Cool colors — blues, greens, and purples — evoke calm, trust, and professionalism. They tend to recede visually and create a feeling of space. In design, cool colors are often used for technology, healthcare, and finance brands, as well as anywhere a sense of calm or reliability is needed.

What is the CMYK value of #517EBD? +

The approximate CMYK value of #517EBD is C:57% M:33% Y:0% K:26%. CMYK (Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, Key/Black) is the color model used in physical printing. Unlike RGB which mixes light additively on screens, CMYK mixes inks subtractively on paper. Note that the RGB-to-CMYK conversion is an approximation — screen colors and print colors exist in different color gamuts, and some screen colors cannot be exactly reproduced in print. For precise print work, consult a professional print color profile or Pantone matching system.

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