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Dark Blue

Hex Code #040486

Color Analysis Summary

Color #040486, historically referred to as Dark Blue, is a beautifully balanced color tone. Mathematically, in the RGB (Red, Green, Blue) spectrum, this color is formulated by mixing 2% red, 2% green, and 53% blue. These digital components translate to exact numerical values of Red: 4, Green: 4, and Blue: 134. In terms of web formatting, this exact tone is declared in stylesheets using the hex code #040486. For designers working with cylindrical coordinates, its HSL values are mapped to a hue angle of 240°, a saturation of 94%, and a lightness index of 27%. In the HSV (Hue, Saturation, Value) model, it retains a brightness value of 53%. Because of its specific lightness, this tone offers distinct visual contrast properties. Incorporating #040486 into your UI layout is highly recommended for building visual hierarchy, either as a primary brand marker or a subtle secondary accent. When paired with its programmatic complement or analogous siblings, it creates a highly professional and accessible color scheme.

Color Code Formats

RGB (Red, Green, Blue)4, 4, 134
HSL (Hue, Sat, Lightness)240°, 94%, 27%
HSV (Hue, Sat, Value)240°, 97%, 53%
CSS Valuergb(4, 4, 134)

WCAG 2.1 Contrast & Accessibility Check

On White Background15.36:1
AA Normal Text (4.5:1)PASS
AA Large Text (3.0:1)PASS
AAA Normal Text (7.0:1)PASS
AAA Large Text (4.5:1)PASS
On Black Background1.37:1
AA Normal Text (4.5:1)FAIL
AA Large Text (3.0:1)FAIL
AAA Normal Text (7.0:1)FAIL
AAA Large Text (4.5:1)FAIL

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