#E74C3C Color — #E74C3C
Complete color reference for #E74C3C: conversions to RGB, HSL, HSV, CMYK, color harmonies, shades & tints scale, and WCAG accessibility contrast ratios.
Color Format Conversions
#E74C3Crgb(231, 76, 60)hsl(6, 78%, 57%)hsv(6, 74%, 91%)C:0% M:67% Y:74% K:9%#E74C3C151583320.2248WCAG 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 #E74C3C?
The RGB equivalent is rgb(231, 76, 60). The red channel is 231, green is 76, and blue is 60 (scale 0–255).
What is the HSL value of #E74C3C?
The HSL value is hsl(6, 78%, 57%). Hue is 6°, saturation is 78%, and lightness is 57%.
Does #E74C3C meet WCAG accessibility standards?
On a white background, #E74C3C achieves a 3.82:1 contrast ratio (AA Large). On a black background it achieves 5.5:1 (AA). WCAG AA requires ≥4.5:1 for normal text.
What is the complementary color of #E74C3C?
The complementary color (180° opposite on the hue wheel) of #E74C3C is #3CD6E7.