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#245DF0 — Cerulean

#245DF0 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 #245DF0

Color schemes using #245DF0

analogous

Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.

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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#245DF0 FAQ

What color is #245DF0?

#245DF0 is a shade of cerulean in the blue family. It has a hue of 223 degrees, 87% saturation and 54% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone saturated color.

What is the RGB value of #245DF0?

#245DF0 is rgb(36, 93, 240) in RGB, hsl(223, 87%, 54%) in HSL, and cmyk(85%, 61%, 0%, 6%) in CMYK.

Can I use white text on #245DF0?

White text on this background reaches 5.39:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 3.9:1.

What colors go well with #245DF0?

Its direct complement is #F0B624. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #F05024 and #C4F024 gives you contrast without the vibration.