Gray Color — #808080
Complete color reference for #808080: conversions to RGB, HSL, HSV, CMYK, color harmonies, shades & tints scale, and WCAG accessibility contrast ratios.
Color Format Conversions
#808080rgb(128, 128, 128)hsl(0, 0%, 50%)hsv(0, 0%, 50%)C:0% M:0% Y:0% K:50%gray84215040.2159WCAG 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 #808080?
The RGB equivalent is rgb(128, 128, 128). The red channel is 128, green is 128, and blue is 128 (scale 0–255).
What is the HSL value of #808080?
The HSL value is hsl(0, 0%, 50%). Hue is 0°, saturation is 0%, and lightness is 50%.
Does #808080 meet WCAG accessibility standards?
On a white background, #808080 achieves a 3.95:1 contrast ratio (AA Large). On a black background it achieves 5.32:1 (AA). WCAG AA requires ≥4.5:1 for normal text.
What is the complementary color of #808080?
The complementary color (180° opposite on the hue wheel) of #808080 is #808080.