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Dark Gray

Hex Code #979C93

Color Analysis Summary

Color #979C93, historically referred to as Dark Gray, is a beautifully balanced color tone. Mathematically, in the RGB (Red, Green, Blue) spectrum, this color is formulated by mixing 59% red, 61% green, and 58% blue. These digital components translate to exact numerical values of Red: 151, Green: 156, and Blue: 147. In terms of web formatting, this exact tone is declared in stylesheets using the hex code #979C93. For designers working with cylindrical coordinates, its HSL values are mapped to a hue angle of 93°, a saturation of 4%, and a lightness index of 59%. In the HSV (Hue, Saturation, Value) model, it retains a brightness value of 61%. Because of its specific lightness, this tone offers distinct visual contrast properties. Incorporating #979C93 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)151, 156, 147
HSL (Hue, Sat, Lightness)93°, 4%, 59%
HSV (Hue, Sat, Value)93°, 6%, 61%
CSS Valuergb(151, 156, 147)

WCAG 2.1 Contrast & Accessibility Check

On White Background2.8:1
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
On Black Background7.49:1
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

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