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Gray

Hex Code #6C6A77

Color Analysis Summary

Color #6C6A77, historically referred to as Gray, is a beautifully balanced color tone. Mathematically, in the RGB (Red, Green, Blue) spectrum, this color is formulated by mixing 42% red, 42% green, and 47% blue. These digital components translate to exact numerical values of Red: 108, Green: 106, and Blue: 119. In terms of web formatting, this exact tone is declared in stylesheets using the hex code #6C6A77. For designers working with cylindrical coordinates, its HSL values are mapped to a hue angle of 249°, a saturation of 6%, and a lightness index of 44%. In the HSV (Hue, Saturation, Value) model, it retains a brightness value of 47%. Because of its specific lightness, this tone offers distinct visual contrast properties. Incorporating #6C6A77 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)108, 106, 119
HSL (Hue, Sat, Lightness)249°, 6%, 44%
HSV (Hue, Sat, Value)249°, 11%, 47%
CSS Valuergb(108, 106, 119)

WCAG 2.1 Contrast & Accessibility Check

On White Background5.3:1
AA Normal Text (4.5:1)PASS
AA Large Text (3.0:1)PASS
AAA Normal Text (7.0:1)FAIL
AAA Large Text (4.5:1)PASS
On Black Background3.97:1
AA Normal Text (4.5:1)FAIL
AA Large Text (3.0:1)PASS
AAA Normal Text (7.0:1)FAIL
AAA Large Text (4.5:1)FAIL

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