Blue Color — #0000FF
Complete color reference for #0000FF: conversions to RGB, HSL, HSV, CMYK, color harmonies, shades & tints scale, and WCAG accessibility contrast ratios.
Color Format Conversions
#0000FFrgb(0, 0, 255)hsl(240, 100%, 50%)hsv(240, 100%, 100%)C:100% M:100% Y:0% K:0%blue2550.0722WCAG Accessibility Contrast
WCAG AA requires ≥4.5:1 (normal text) or ≥3:1 (large text). WCAG AAA requires ≥7:1.
Shades & Tints Scale
Steps 50–400 are tints (mixed with white); 500 is the base color; 600–900 are shades (mixed with black).
Color Harmonies
Complementary
Split Complementary
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the RGB equivalent of #0000FF?
The RGB equivalent is rgb(0, 0, 255). The red channel is 0, green is 0, and blue is 255 (scale 0–255).
What is the HSL value of #0000FF?
The HSL value is hsl(240, 100%, 50%). Hue is 240°, saturation is 100%, and lightness is 50%.
Does #0000FF meet WCAG accessibility standards?
On a white background, #0000FF achieves a 8.59:1 contrast ratio (AAA). On a black background it achieves 2.44:1 (Fail). WCAG AA requires ≥4.5:1 for normal text.
What is the complementary color of #0000FF?
The complementary color (180° opposite on the hue wheel) of #0000FF is #FFFF00.