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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#0042EB — Sapphire
#0042EB is a mid-tone saturated blue sitting at 223° on the color wheel. Below you will find every format, a full tint and shade ramp, contrast ratings, and five harmony schemes built around it.
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Tints and shades of #0042EB
- f0f4ff
- c1d2ff
- 92b1ff
- 638fff
- 346eff
- 054cff
- 003cd5
- 002fa6
- 002277
- 001548
- 000719
Color schemes using #0042EB
complementary
Two opposite hues that create the strongest possible contrast and visual tension.
split complementary
A base hue paired with the two neighbours of its complement — bold but easier to balance.
triadic
Three hues spaced evenly around the wheel for a vibrant, well-balanced scheme.
tetradic
Two complementary pairs, giving you the widest range of usable accents.
monochromatic
A single hue explored across lightness and saturation for a refined, minimal look.
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#0042EB FAQ
What color is #0042EB?
#0042EB is a shade of sapphire in the blue family. It has a hue of 223 degrees, 100% saturation and 46% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone saturated color.
What is the RGB value of #0042EB?
#0042EB is rgb(0, 66, 235) in RGB, hsl(223, 100%, 46%) in HSL, and cmyk(100%, 72%, 0%, 8%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #0042EB?
White text on this background reaches 7.05:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 2.98:1.
What colors go well with #0042EB?
Its direct complement is #EBA800. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #EB3300 and #B8EB00 gives you contrast without the vibration.