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#4B40E2 — Slate Blue

#4B40E2 is a mid-tone saturated blue sitting at 244° 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 #4B40E2

Color schemes using #4B40E2

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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#4B40E2 FAQ

What color is #4B40E2?

#4B40E2 is a shade of slate blue in the blue family. It has a hue of 244 degrees, 74% saturation and 57% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone saturated color.

What is the RGB value of #4B40E2?

#4B40E2 is rgb(75, 64, 226) in RGB, hsl(244, 74%, 57%) in HSL, and cmyk(67%, 72%, 0%, 11%) in CMYK.

Can I use white text on #4B40E2?

White text on this background reaches 6.71:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 3.13:1.

What colors go well with #4B40E2?

Its direct complement is #D8E240. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #E29C40 and #87E240 gives you contrast without the vibration.