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Cobalt Blue

Hex Code #044FB3

Color Analysis Summary

Color #044FB3, historically referred to as Cobalt Blue, is a beautifully balanced color tone. Mathematically, in the RGB (Red, Green, Blue) spectrum, this color is formulated by mixing 2% red, 31% green, and 70% blue. These digital components translate to exact numerical values of Red: 4, Green: 79, and Blue: 179. In terms of web formatting, this exact tone is declared in stylesheets using the hex code #044FB3. For designers working with cylindrical coordinates, its HSL values are mapped to a hue angle of 214°, a saturation of 96%, and a lightness index of 36%. In the HSV (Hue, Saturation, Value) model, it retains a brightness value of 70%. Because of its specific lightness, this tone offers distinct visual contrast properties. Incorporating #044FB3 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, 79, 179
HSL (Hue, Sat, Lightness)214°, 96%, 36%
HSV (Hue, Sat, Value)214°, 98%, 70%
CSS Valuergb(4, 79, 179)

WCAG 2.1 Contrast & Accessibility Check

On White Background7.57:1
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 Background2.77:1
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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