Color: #424242
#424242 Color Information
#424242 is a dark color. The closest websafe version is #424242. A complement of this color would be #424242, perceived brightness is 0.26, and the grayscale version is #424242.
In the HSL color space, this color has a hue angle of 0°,a saturation of 0%, and a lightness of 26%.The HSV representation shows a hue of 0°, a saturation of 0%, and a value of 100%.
In a RGB color space, #424242 is composed of 26% red, 26% green and 26% blue. Whereas in a CMYK color space, it is composed of 0% cyan, 0% magenta, 0% yellow and 74% black.
In the Yxy color space, this color is represented as Y: 5.45, x: 0.3454, and y: 0.3586.
Color Code #424242
Shades of Color #424242
Shades are created by darkening the original color #424242 in equal steps from 0% to 90%. These shades are perfect for creating depth and contrast in your designs. Use them to add visual hierarchy or highlight specific elements in your projects.
Tints of Color #424242
Tints are created by lightening the original color #424242 in equal steps from 0% to 90%, ending with pure white. These tints are ideal for creating soft backgrounds, subtle highlights, or cohesive UI elements that complement your designs.
About #424242 Color Code
In the HSL color space, this color has a hue angle of 0°, a saturation of 0%, and a lightness of 26%. The HSV representation shows a hue of 0°, a saturation of 0%, and a value of 26%.
- HEX: #424242
- RGB: rgb(66, 66, 66)
- HSL: hsl(0, 0%, 26%)
- HSV: hsv(0, 0%, 26%)
- CMYK: 0.00% cyan, 0.00% magenta, 0.00% yellow, 74.00% black
- XYZ: 5.25, 5.45, 4.50
- Yxy: 5.45, 0.3454, 0.3586
- Hunter Lab: 27.97, 0.00, 0.00
- CIE-Lab: 27.97, 0.00, 0.00
In the XYZ color space, this color is represented as X: 5.25, Y: 5.45, Z: 4.50. The Yxy representation further refines this as Y: 5.45, x: 0.3454, and y: 0.3586.
In the Hunter Lab color space, this color is represented as L: 27.97, a: 0.00, and b: 0.00. Similarly, in the CIE-Lab color space, it is represented as L: 27.97, a: 0.00, and b: 0.00.
Use these color codes in your CSS, design tools, or anywhere you need to specify a color. You can also explore its shades and tints for more creative options.
Triadic Colors of #424242
Triadic colors are three colors evenly spaced around the color wheel, including #424242. They create vibrant and balanced color schemes, perfect for designs that need contrast and harmony.
Monochromatic Colors of #424242
Monochromatic colors are variations of #424242, including its shades, tints, and tones. They create elegant and minimalistic designs with a unified color theme.
Complementary Color of #424242
The complementary color of #424242 is opposite it on the color wheel. Complementary colors provide strong contrast and are ideal for designs that need visual impact and attention.
CSS Examples of #424242
/* Using HEX */
body {
background-color: #424242;
}/* Using RGB */
body {
background-color: rgb(66, 66, 66);
}/* Using RGB with opacity */
body {
background-color: rgba(66, 66, 66, 0.5);
}/* Using HSL */
body {
background-color: hsl(0, 0%, 26%);
}/* Text color */
p {
color: #424242;
}/* Box shadow */
div {
box-shadow: 4px 4px #424242;
}HTML Examples of #424242
<!-- Using HEX --> <div style="background-color: #424242; width: 100px; height: 100px;"></div>
<!-- Using RGB --> <div style="background-color: rgb(66, 66, 66); width: 100px; height: 100px;"></div>
<!-- Using RGB with opacity --> <div style="background-color: rgba(66, 66, 66, 0.5); width: 100px; height: 100px;"></div>
<!-- Using HSL --> <div style="background-color: hsl(0, 0%, 26%); width: 100px; height: 100px;"></div>
<!-- Text color --> <p style="color: #424242;">This is a text example.</p>
<!-- Box shadow --> <div style="box-shadow: 4px 4px #424242; width: 100px; height: 100px;"></div>
Related Colors of #424242
These colors are similar to #424242, with slight variations in hue. Use them to create harmonious designs or explore alternative shades for your projects.