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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#ACB41D — Citron
#ACB41D is a mid-tone saturated yellow sitting at 63° 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 #ACB41D
- fcfdf2
- f4f6c9
- ecf0a1
- e4e979
- dbe350
- d3dc28
- b0b71e
- 898f17
- 626711
- 3c3e0a
- 151604
Color schemes using #ACB41D
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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#ACB41D FAQ
What color is #ACB41D?
#ACB41D is a shade of citron in the yellow family. It has a hue of 63 degrees, 72% saturation and 41% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone saturated color.
What is the RGB value of #ACB41D?
#ACB41D is rgb(172, 180, 29) in RGB, hsl(63, 72%, 41%) in HSL, and cmyk(4%, 0%, 84%, 29%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #ACB41D?
White text on this background reaches 2.26:1, which fails WCAG AA. Black text reaches 9.3:1.
What colors go well with #ACB41D?
Its direct complement is #251DB4. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #1D61B4 and #701DB4 gives you contrast without the vibration.