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Complementary means first and foremost complementary. With color tones there is always a direct complementary color that is exactly opposite to the other.

With this color tone RGB 40 11 221 it is the complementary color RGB 215 244 34. Both colors form the strongest contrast to each other and are especially recommended for use in direct connection with each other.

If you display a text with its complementary color on a background with the displayed color, you will get a representation that is pleasant to the eyes and clearly too indistinguishable from each other. However, this is especially true for white, black and gray tones. With these, the contrasting colors are particularly natural, pleasant and common for our eyes.

Exposures are based on the same hue and represent lighter versions of the current color RGB 40 11 221. Besides the border colors white and black, almost all colors have lighter versions that can be used optimally in web design

The following lighter shades match the RGB 40 11 221 shade: RGB 45 11 216, RGB 62 29 235, RGB 79 47 254, RGB 96 65 255 and RGB 113 83 255

You can use them to modify buttons with mouse-over effects (called :hover in CSS) or to generate other color gradations like gradients.

Shades are based on the same hue and represent a darker version of the current color RGB 40 11 221. In addition to the border colors white and black, almost all colors have shades that can be used optimally in web design.

The following darker shades match the RGB 40 11 221 shade: RGB 40 11 221, RGB 23 0 202, RGB 6 0 183, RGB 0 0 164 and RGB 0 0 145

Among other things, you can use them to modify buttons with mouse-over effects (called :hover in CSS) or generate other color gradations.

Warmer colors are created when the hue is shifted towards red, orange and yellow. These colors convey warmth, energy and an inviting atmosphere.

The following warmer shades match the RGB 40 11 221 shade: RGB 39 10 219, RGB 96 10 219, RGB 152 10 219, RGB 208 10 219 and RGB 219 10 174

They are stimulating and dynamic and are often used to attract attention or create a friendly and lively mood. An example of this transition is a shift from a cool blue through purple to red and orange.

Colder colors are created by shifting the hue towards green, blue and violet.

The following colder shades match the RGB 40 11 221 shade: RGB 39 10 219 and RGB 10 10 219

These colors have a cool, calming effect and create distance. They are often used to convey a sense of calm, freshness and stability. A classic example of this color range is a gradient from yellow to green to a deep blue or violet, reminiscent of water and sky.

Richer colors are created by increasing the saturation, which makes the colors appear more intense, brighter and stronger. A color with high saturation is more eye-catching and appears more vibrant and powerful. This effect can be used to emphasize important elements or to create a vibrant design.

The RGB 40 11 221 shade matches the following richer shades: RGB 39 10 219

An example is the development from a pale pink to a strong and bright red.

Less saturated colors are created by reducing the saturation, which makes the colors more muted, subtle and pastel-like. As the saturation is reduced further, they become closer and closer to a shade of gray. These colors appear calmer and more elegant and are suitable for a restrained and harmonious design.

The following paler shades match the RGB 40 11 221 shade: RGB 39 10 219, RGB 53 29 201, RGB 66 47 182, RGB 79 66 163 and RGB 93 85 145

An example is the change of a strong blue to a subdued grey-blue or almost neutral shade.

The analog color scheme uses colors that are directly adjacent to each other in the color wheel. They usually fit together well and result in a calm and comfortable design.

The following analogous shades match the RGB 40 11 221 shade: RGB 10 94 219, RGB 10 38 219, RGB 38 10 219, RGB 94 10 219 and RGB 150 10 219

Analog color schemes are often found in nature. They are harmonious and pleasant to the eye. It is important that they have enough contrast. Choose one color to dominate and a second to support. The third color is used (together with black, white or grey) as an accent

The monochromatic color scheme uses colors that are on the same wavelength. They usually fit together very well and result in a pleasant and evenly colored design.

The following monochrome shades match the RGB 40 11 221 shade: RGB 25 7 140, RGB 32 8 180, RGB 39 10 219, RGB 57 27 244 and RGB 91 66 246

Monochromatic color schemes are often found in nature. They are harmonious and calm to the eye

The partial complementary color scheme is a variation of the complementary color scheme. In addition to the base color, the two colors adjacent to the complement are used.

The following split-complementary shades match the RGB 40 11 221 shade: RGB 40 11 221, RGB 219 10 150 and RGB 66 219 10

This color scheme has the same strong visual contrast as the complementary color scheme, but is not as contrasting as the direct complementary color. The partial complementary color scheme is a good choice for designs. These colors usually complement each other very well.

A triadic color scheme uses colors evenly spaced around the color wheel. Triadic color harmonies are usually quite vivid, even if pale or unsaturated colors are used.

The following triaden shades match the RGB 40 11 221 shade: RGB 40 11 221, RGB 219 38 10 and RGB 10 219 38

The colors should be well chosen to achieve triadic harmony. Let one color dominate and use the other two as accent colors.

The rectangular or tetradish color scheme uses four colors arranged in two complementary pairs. This rich color scheme offers many variation possibilities.

The following tetraden shades match the RGB 40 11 221 shade: RGB 40 11 221, RGB 219 10 150, RGB 191 219 10 and RGB 10 219 80

It works best if you let one of these colors dominate. You should also pay attention to the balance between warm and cold colors in the design

The square color scheme is similar to the rectangular color scheme, with all four colors evenly distributed around the color circle. The square color scheme works best when one color dominates.

The following squaren shades match the RGB 40 11 221 shade: RGB 40 11 221, RGB 219 10 87, RGB 191 219 10 and RGB 10 219 143

Again, pay attention to the balance between warm and cold colors in the design.

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Colors are displayed differently on each device. Please note that the colors do not always match 100%. Differences can occur when real colors are processed. We recommend a comparison of the real colors. We do not assume any liability.

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Primary color

CMYK 82 / 95 / 0 / 13

HEX #280BDD

RGB 40 11 221

HSL 248.29, 0.91%, 0.45%

LAB 29.19, 69.58, -93.72

 

Complementary color

CMYK 12 / 0 / 86 / 4

HEX #D7F422

RGB 215 244 34

HSL 68.29, 0.91%, 0.55%

LAB 91.35, -32.24, 85.08

 

CMYK 79 / 95 / 0 / 15

HEX #2D0BD8

RGB 45 11 216

HSL 249.95, 0.9%, 0.45%

LAB 28.79, 68.45, -91.5

 

CMYK 74 / 88 / 0 / 8

HEX #3E1DEB

RGB 62 29 235

HSL 249.61, 0.84%, 0.52%

LAB 33.78, 69.47, -94.05

 

CMYK 69 / 81 / 0 / 0

HEX #4F2FFE

RGB 79 47 254

HSL 249.28, 0.99%, 0.59%

LAB 39.33, 69.12, -95.51

 

CMYK 62 / 75 / 0 / 0

HEX #6041FF

RGB 96 65 255

HSL 249.79, 1%, 0.63%

LAB 43.49, 62.93, -89.15

 

CMYK 56 / 67 / 0 / 0

HEX #7153FF

RGB 113 83 255

HSL 250.47, 1%, 0.66%

LAB 48.16, 55.98, -81.43

 

CMYK 82 / 95 / 0 / 13

HEX #280BDD

RGB 40 11 221

HSL 248.29, 0.91%, 0.45%

LAB 29.19, 69.58, -93.72

 

CMYK 89 / 100 / 0 / 21

HEX #1700CA

RGB 23 0 202

HSL 246.83, 1%, 0.4%

LAB 25.1, 66.63, -89.53

 

CMYK 97 / 100 / 0 / 28

HEX #0600B7

RGB 6 0 183

HSL 241.97, 1%, 0.36%

LAB 21.79, 61.77, -83.83

 

CMYK 100 / 100 / 0 / 36

HEX #0000A4

RGB 0 0 164

HSL 240, 1%, 0.32%

LAB 18.72, 56.92, -77.52

 

CMYK 100 / 100 / 0 / 43

HEX #000091

RGB 0 0 145

HSL 240, 1%, 0.28%

LAB 15.72, 52, -70.83

 

CMYK 82 / 95 / 0 / 14

HEX #270ADB

RGB 39 10 219

HSL 248.33, 0.91%, 0.45%

LAB 28.81, 69.23, -93.2

 

CMYK 56 / 95 / 0 / 14

HEX #600ADB

RGB 96 10 219

HSL 264.69, 0.91%, 0.45%

LAB 33.6, 71.83, -85.09

 

CMYK 31 / 95 / 0 / 14

HEX #980ADB

RGB 152 10 219

HSL 280.77, 0.91%, 0.45%

LAB 41.23, 77.25, -72.26

 

CMYK 5 / 95 / 0 / 14

HEX #D00ADB

RGB 208 10 219

HSL 296.84, 0.91%, 0.45%

LAB 50.38, 85.12, -56.99

 

CMYK 0 / 95 / 21 / 14

HEX #DB0AAE

RGB 219 10 174

HSL 312.92, 0.91%, 0.45%

LAB 49.9, 80.92, -31.55

 

CMYK 82 / 95 / 0 / 14

HEX #270ADB

RGB 39 10 219

HSL 248.33, 0.91%, 0.45%

LAB 28.81, 69.23, -93.2

 

CMYK 95 / 95 / 0 / 14

HEX #0A0ADB

RGB 10 10 219

HSL 240, 0.91%, 0.45%

LAB 27.83, 68.8, -94.85

 

CMYK 82 / 95 / 0 / 14

HEX #270ADB

RGB 39 10 219

HSL 248.33, 0.91%, 0.45%

LAB 28.81, 69.23, -93.2

 

CMYK 82 / 95 / 0 / 14

HEX #270ADB

RGB 39 10 219

HSL 248.33, 0.91%, 0.45%

LAB 28.81, 69.23, -93.2

 

CMYK 74 / 86 / 0 / 21

HEX #351DC9

RGB 53 29 201

HSL 248.37, 0.75%, 0.45%

LAB 29.04, 59.8, -82.33

 

CMYK 64 / 74 / 0 / 29

HEX #422FB6

RGB 66 47 182

HSL 248.44, 0.59%, 0.45%

LAB 30.8, 47.03, -68.18

 

CMYK 52 / 60 / 0 / 36

HEX #4F42A3

RGB 79 66 163

HSL 248.04, 0.42%, 0.45%

LAB 34.4, 32.06, -50.9

 

CMYK 36 / 41 / 0 / 43

HEX #5D5591

RGB 93 85 145

HSL 248, 0.26%, 0.45%

LAB 39.36, 18.16, -32.05

 

CMYK 95 / 57 / 0 / 14

HEX #0A5EDB

RGB 10 94 219

HSL 215.89, 0.91%, 0.45%

LAB 43.04, 26.76, -69.72

 

CMYK 95 / 83 / 0 / 14

HEX #0A26DB

RGB 10 38 219

HSL 231.96, 0.91%, 0.45%

LAB 30.8, 59.84, -89.91

 

CMYK 83 / 95 / 0 / 14

HEX #260ADB

RGB 38 10 219

HSL 248.04, 0.91%, 0.45%

LAB 28.76, 69.21, -93.29

 

CMYK 57 / 95 / 0 / 14

HEX #5E0ADB

RGB 94 10 219

HSL 264.11, 0.91%, 0.45%

LAB 33.37, 71.69, -85.48

 

CMYK 32 / 95 / 0 / 14

HEX #960ADB

RGB 150 10 219

HSL 280.19, 0.91%, 0.45%

LAB 40.92, 77.01, -72.78

 

CMYK 82 / 95 / 0 / 45

HEX #19078C

RGB 25 7 140

HSL 248.12, 0.9%, 0.29%

LAB 16.76, 48.74, -65.94

 

CMYK 82 / 96 / 0 / 29

HEX #2008B4

RGB 32 8 180

HSL 248.37, 0.91%, 0.37%

LAB 22.92, 59.48, -80.13

 

CMYK 82 / 95 / 0 / 14

HEX #270ADB

RGB 39 10 219

HSL 248.33, 0.91%, 0.45%

LAB 28.81, 69.23, -93.2

 

CMYK 77 / 89 / 0 / 4

HEX #391BF4

RGB 57 27 244

HSL 248.29, 0.91%, 0.53%

LAB 34.37, 72.19, -98.18

 

CMYK 63 / 73 / 0 / 4

HEX #5B42F6

RGB 91 66 246

HSL 248.33, 0.91%, 0.61%

LAB 42.42, 59.3, -85.89

 

CMYK 82 / 95 / 0 / 13

HEX #280BDD

RGB 40 11 221

HSL 248.29, 0.91%, 0.45%

LAB 29.19, 69.58, -93.72

 

CMYK 0 / 95 / 32 / 14

HEX #DB0A96

RGB 219 10 150

HSL 319.81, 0.91%, 0.45%

LAB 48.86, 78.23, -18.88

 

CMYK 70 / 0 / 95 / 14

HEX #42DB0A

RGB 66 219 10

HSL 103.92, 0.91%, 0.45%

LAB 77.19, -70.44, 74.07

 

CMYK 82 / 95 / 0 / 13

HEX #280BDD

RGB 40 11 221

HSL 248.29, 0.91%, 0.45%

LAB 29.19, 69.58, -93.72

 

CMYK 0 / 83 / 95 / 14

HEX #DB260A

RGB 219 38 10

HSL 8.04, 0.91%, 0.45%

LAB 47.58, 66.22, 57.87

 

CMYK 95 / 0 / 83 / 14

HEX #0ADB26

RGB 10 219 38

HSL 128.04, 0.91%, 0.45%

LAB 76.6, -75.36, 68.55

 

CMYK 82 / 95 / 0 / 13

HEX #280BDD

RGB 40 11 221

HSL 248.29, 0.91%, 0.45%

LAB 29.19, 69.58, -93.72

 

CMYK 0 / 95 / 32 / 14

HEX #DB0A96

RGB 219 10 150

HSL 319.81, 0.91%, 0.45%

LAB 48.86, 78.23, -18.88

 

CMYK 13 / 0 / 95 / 14

HEX #BFDB0A

RGB 191 219 10

HSL 68.04, 0.91%, 0.45%

LAB 82.79, -30.77, 80.88

 

CMYK 95 / 0 / 63 / 14

HEX #0ADB50

RGB 10 219 80

HSL 140.1, 0.91%, 0.45%

LAB 76.86, -71.98, 54.41

 

CMYK 82 / 95 / 0 / 13

HEX #280BDD

RGB 40 11 221

HSL 248.29, 0.91%, 0.45%

LAB 29.19, 69.58, -93.72

 

CMYK 0 / 95 / 60 / 14

HEX #DB0A57

RGB 219 10 87

HSL 337.89, 0.91%, 0.45%

LAB 46.93, 73.08, 16.89

 

CMYK 13 / 0 / 95 / 14

HEX #BFDB0A

RGB 191 219 10

HSL 68.04, 0.91%, 0.45%

LAB 82.79, -30.77, 80.88

 

CMYK 95 / 0 / 35 / 14

HEX #0ADB8F

RGB 10 219 143

HSL 158.18, 0.91%, 0.45%

LAB 77.7, -61.9, 25.13

 

Description

Color code: RGB 40 11 221 | qconv.com Color code: RGB 40 11 221 | qconv.com - big

Blue clearly dominates: the blue value surpasses the others. Dark color: low color values appear darker.

The breakdown of the color into the RGB color system: of 255 maximum color components, 40 red, 11 green and 221 blue.

The mixing ratio of these colors results in the displayed hue in the middle of the overlaps.

In the illustration you can see how the color is composed of the three components: red (top),green (bottom right) and blue (bottom left). In the middle you can see the result color.
40 11 221 R G B
In the CMYK color system the color is composed as follows: In this color tone, out of 100 maximum color components, 82 cyan, 95 magenta, none yellow and 13 key.

The mixing ratio of these colors results in the displayed hue in the middle of the overlaps.

In the diagram you can see how the color is composed of the four components cyan (top left),magenta (top right),yellow (bottom right) and black or key (bottom left). In the middle you can see the result color.
82% 95% 0% 13% C M Y K

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