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Dark Magenta Like

Hex Code #A42CA2

Color Analysis Summary

Color #A42CA2, historically referred to as Dark Magenta Like, is a beautifully balanced color tone. Mathematically, in the RGB (Red, Green, Blue) spectrum, this color is formulated by mixing 64% red, 17% green, and 64% blue. These digital components translate to exact numerical values of Red: 164, Green: 44, and Blue: 162. In terms of web formatting, this exact tone is declared in stylesheets using the hex code #A42CA2. For designers working with cylindrical coordinates, its HSL values are mapped to a hue angle of 301°, a saturation of 58%, and a lightness index of 41%. In the HSV (Hue, Saturation, Value) model, it retains a brightness value of 64%. Because of its specific lightness, this tone offers distinct visual contrast properties. Incorporating #A42CA2 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)164, 44, 162
HSL (Hue, Sat, Lightness)301°, 58%, 41%
HSV (Hue, Sat, Value)301°, 73%, 64%
CSS Valuergb(164, 44, 162)

WCAG 2.1 Contrast & Accessibility Check

On White Background6.07:1
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 Background3.46:1
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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