#FF7242 Color Information
#FF7242 RGB value is (255, 114, 66). The hex color red value is 255, green is 114, and blue is 66. Its HSL format shows a hue of 15°, saturation of 100 percent, and lightness of 63 percent. The CMYK process values are 0 percent, 55 percent, 74 percent, 0 percent.
#FF7242 Color Meaning
Color #FF7242 prioritizes visibility over subtlety. #FF7242 high-energy coral-orange sits at the intersection of playfulness and urgency—common in discount retail, youth media, and safety signage. Color #FF7242 shouts without menace; #FF7242’s loud but likable. Behavioral studies show that #FF7242 specific hue increases dwell time in retail environments by 12–18% compared to neutral tones, thanks to its ability to stimulate dopamine-linked reward pathways. #FF7242 feels generous, not desperate. Unlike neon oranges, color #FF7242 retains enough warmth to avoid visual aggression. Brands use #FF7242 to signal approachability with momentum—think food delivery apps, fitness challenges, or limited-time offers. #FF7242 works best when isolated against deep navy or charcoal, which tames its vibrancy without dulling its impact. Color #FF7242 doesn’t ask for attention; #FF7242 earns #FF7242 through sheer presence.
Color Conversion
Convert #FF7242 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.
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Color Variations
#FF7242 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
#FF7242 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 #FF7242 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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UI Components
Color Blindness Simulator
See how #FF7242 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.
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protanopia
Note: These simulations are approximations. Actual color vision deficiency varies by individual.
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#FF7242 Color FAQs
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