analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#0494CD — Cyan
#0494CD is a mid-tone saturated blue sitting at 197° 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.
#0494cd
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Tints and shades of #0494CD
- f0fbff
- c2edfe
- 94dffd
- 66d1fc
- 38c4fb
- 0ab6fa
- 0497d1
- 0376a3
- 025475
- 013347
- 011219
Color schemes using #0494CD
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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#0494CD FAQ
What color is #0494CD?
#0494CD is a shade of cyan in the blue family. It has a hue of 197 degrees, 96% saturation and 41% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone saturated color.
What is the RGB value of #0494CD?
#0494CD is rgb(4, 148, 205) in RGB, hsl(197, 96%, 41%) in HSL, and cmyk(98%, 28%, 0%, 20%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #0494CD?
White text on this background reaches 3.43:1, which passes for large text only under WCAG AA. Black text reaches 6.12:1.
What colors go well with #0494CD?
Its direct complement is #CD3D04. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #CD0430 and #CDA104 gives you contrast without the vibration.