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#FDF601 Color Meaning and Information

Everything you need to know about #FDF601 including values, color harmonies, shades, meanings, and applications in design, branding, and everyday visuals.

#FDF601 Color Information

#FDF601 RGB value is (253, 246, 1). The hex color red value is 253, green is 246, and blue is 1. Its HSL format shows a hue of 58°, saturation of 99 percent, and lightness of50 percent. The CMYK process values are 0 percent, 3 percent, 100 percent, 1percent.

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#FDF601 Color Meaning

Color #FDF601 emits radiant clarity, intellectual spark, and unshaded optimism. Color #FDF601 approaches the visual threshold of white light while retaining chromatic identity—making #FDF601 one of the most luminous hues in the spectrum. In printing and pigment, #FDF601 serves as the gold standard for yellow due to its opacity and lightfastness. Psychologically, color #FDF601 stimulates mental activity; studies show #FDF601 enhances alertness in learning environments when used in small doses. However, overuse can cause visual fatigue, demanding strategic application. Culturally, color #FDF601 bridges joy and warning. #FDF601 appears in school buses, hazard vests, and sun logos—contexts where visibility equals safety or celebration. Unlike ochres or mustards, color #FDF601 carries no earthiness; #FDF601 is pure solar energy. In branding, #FDF601 signals innovation (think tech startups) or accessibility (public transit). Research on color and memory indicates that items tagged with color #FDF601 are recalled more frequently, likely due to its retinal prominence. Spiritually, color #FDF601 aligns with the solar plexus chakra—personal power, confidence, and will. #FDF601 does not soothe; #FDF601 activates. In art, #FDF601 has symbolized enlightenment since Van Gogh’s sunflowers. Color #FDF601 rejects ambiguity. Designers use #FDF601 when the message must cut through noise instantly. Though intense, color #FDF601 remains culturally positive—representing not chaos, but focused radiance.

Color Conversion

Convert #FDF601 across different color models and formats. These conversions help designers work seamlessly between digital and print media, ensuring this color maintains its intended appearance across RGB screens, CMYK printers, and HSL color manipulations.

HEX
#FDF601
RGB
rgb(253, 246, 1)
HSL
hsl(58°, 99%, 50%)
CMYK
cmyk(0%, 3%, 100%, 1%)
HSV
hsv(58°, 100%, 99%)
XYZ
73.4693 86.7964 12.9098
Yxy
86.7964 0.4242 0.5012
Hunter Lab
93.1646 -7.8197 22.4071
CIE-Lab
94.6518 -18.0745 92.5250

RGB Values & CMYK Values

RGB Values

Red253 / 255 (99%)
99%
Green246 / 255 (96%)
96%
Blue1 / 255 (0%)

CMYK Values

Cyan0 / 100 (0%)
Magenta3 / 100 (3%)
Yellow100 / 100 (100%)
100%
Key (Black)1 / 100 (1%)

Color Variations

#FDF601 harmonies come to life through carefully balanced shades, tints, and tones, giving this color depth and flexibility across light and dark variations. Shades add richness, tints bring an airy softness, and tones soften intensity, making it easy to pair in clean, modern palettes.

Color Harmonies

#FDF601 harmonies create beautiful relationships with other colors based on their position on the color wheel. Each harmony type offers unique design possibilities, enabling cohesive and visually appealing color schemes.

Analogous

Colors adjacent on the color wheel (30° apart)

Complementary

Colors opposite on the color wheel (180° apart)

Split Complementary

Three colors using one base hue and the two hues beside its opposite

Triadic

Three colors evenly spaced (120° apart)

Tetradic

Four colors forming a rectangle on the wheel

Square

Four colors evenly spaced (90° apart)

Double Split

Four colors formed from two base hues and the colors next to their opposites

Monochromatic

Variations of a single hue

Contrast Checker

(WCAG 2.1) Test #FDF601 for accessibility compliance against white and black backgrounds. Proper contrast ensures this color remains readable and usable for all audiences, meeting WCAG 2.1 standards for both normal and large text applications.

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Sample Text

This is how your text will look with these colors.

Large Text (18pt+)

1.14:1
WCAG AA
WCAG AAA

Normal Text

1.14:1
WCAG AA
WCAG AAA

UI Components

1.14:1
WCAG AA
WCAG AAA

Color Blindness Simulator

See how #FDF601 appears to people with different types of color vision deficiencies. These simulations help create more inclusive designs that consider how this color is perceived across various visual abilities.

Normal Vision

#FDF601

protanopia

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Note: These simulations are approximations. Actual color vision deficiency varies by individual.

CSS Examples

Background Color

background-color: #FDF601;

Text Color

color: #FDF601;

Sample Text

Border Color

border: 2px solid #FDF601;

Box Shadow

box-shadow: 0 4px 6px #FDF60140;

Text Shadow

text-shadow: 2px 2px 4px #FDF601;

Sample Text

Gradient

background: linear-gradient(135deg, #FDF601 0%, #969101 100%);

#FDF601 Color FAQs

Frequently asked questions about #FDF601 color meaning, symbolism, and applications. Click on any question to expand detailed answers.