#842E8A Color — #842E8A
Complete color reference for #842E8A: conversions to RGB, HSL, HSV, CMYK, color harmonies, shades & tints scale, and WCAG accessibility contrast ratios.
Color Format Conversions
#842E8Argb(132, 46, 138)hsl(296, 50%, 36%)hsv(296, 67%, 54%)C:4% M:67% Y:0% K:46%#842E8A86626660.0869WCAG 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
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the RGB equivalent of #842E8A?
The RGB equivalent is rgb(132, 46, 138). The red channel is 132, green is 46, and blue is 138 (scale 0–255).
What is the HSL value of #842E8A?
The HSL value is hsl(296, 50%, 36%). Hue is 296°, saturation is 50%, and lightness is 36%.
Does #842E8A meet WCAG accessibility standards?
On a white background, #842E8A achieves a 7.67:1 contrast ratio (AAA). On a black background it achieves 2.74:1 (Fail). WCAG AA requires ≥4.5:1 for normal text.
What is the complementary color of #842E8A?
The complementary color (180° opposite on the hue wheel) of #842E8A is #348A2E.