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Dark Magenta Like

Hex Code #A42CA9

Color Analysis Summary

Color #A42CA9, 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 66% blue. These digital components translate to exact numerical values of Red: 164, Green: 44, and Blue: 169. In terms of web formatting, this exact tone is declared in stylesheets using the hex code #A42CA9. For designers working with cylindrical coordinates, its HSL values are mapped to a hue angle of 298°, a saturation of 59%, and a lightness index of 42%. In the HSV (Hue, Saturation, Value) model, it retains a brightness value of 66%. Because of its specific lightness, this tone offers distinct visual contrast properties. Incorporating #A42CA9 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, 169
HSL (Hue, Sat, Lightness)298°, 59%, 42%
HSV (Hue, Sat, Value)298°, 74%, 66%
CSS Valuergb(164, 44, 169)

WCAG 2.1 Contrast & Accessibility Check

On White Background5.98:1
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 Background3.51:1
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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