Color swatch image showing Magenta (=Fuchsia) (#FF00FF) with RGB(255,0,255) values

Magenta (=Fuchsia) (#FF00FF) Color Meaning and Information

Everything you need to know about Magenta (=Fuchsia) (#FF00FF) including values, color harmonies, shades, meanings, and applications in design, branding, and everyday visuals.

Magenta (=Fuchsia) (#FF00FF) Color Information

Magenta (=Fuchsia) (#FF00FF) RGB value is (255, 0, 255). The hex color red value is 255, green is 0, and blue is 255. Its HSL format shows a hue of 300°, saturation of 100 percent, and lightness of 50 percent. The CMYK process values are 0 percent, 100 percent, 0 percent, 0 percent.

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Magenta (=Fuchsia) (#FF00FF) Color Meaning

Magenta (=Fuchsia) (#FF00FF) conveys bold expression, imagination, and emotional intensity. This vivid pink-purple color stimulates creativity, excites visual senses, and commands attention in any composition. Psychologically, Magenta (=Fuchsia) (#FF00FF) heightens enthusiasm, encourages originality, and promotes energetic interactions. Symbolically, it merges passion and intuition, representing self-confidence and artistic vision. In branding, Magenta (=Fuchsia) (#FF00FF) is often used to create strong visual identity and convey adventurous spirits. Spiritually, the color aligns with personal transformation, higher consciousness, and the balance of heart and mind. It serves as a reminder to embrace individuality and emotional honesty.

Color Conversion

Convert Magenta (=Fuchsia) (#FF00FF) 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
#FF00FF
RGB
rgb(255, 0, 255)
HSL
hsl(300°, 100%, 50%)
CMYK
cmyk(0%, 100%, 0%, 0%)
HSV
hsv(300°, 100%, 100%)
XYZ
59.2900 28.4800 96.9800
Yxy
28.4800 0.3209 0.1542
Hunter Lab
53.3667 15.9864 -10.3772
CIE-Lab
60.3199 98.2542 -60.8430

RGB Values & CMYK Values

RGB Values

Red255 / 255 (100%)
100%
Green0 / 255 (0%)
Blue255 / 255 (100%)
100%

CMYK Values

Cyan0 / 100 (0%)
Magenta100 / 100 (100%)
100%
Yellow0 / 100 (0%)
Key (Black)0 / 100 (0%)

Color Variations

Magenta (=Fuchsia) (#FF00FF) 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

Magenta (=Fuchsia) (#FF00FF) 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 Magenta (=Fuchsia) (#FF00FF) 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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#FF00FF

Sample Text

This is how your text will look with these colors.

Large Text (18pt+)

3.14:1
WCAG AA
WCAG AAA

Normal Text

3.14:1
WCAG AA
WCAG AAA

UI Components

3.14:1
WCAG AA
WCAG AAA

Color Blindness Simulator

See how #FF00FF 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

Magenta (=Fuchsia) (#FF00FF)

protanopia

#918ec1

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

CSS Examples

Background Color

background-color: #FF00FF;

Text Color

color: #FF00FF;

Sample Text

Border Color

border: 2px solid #FF00FF;

Box Shadow

box-shadow: 0 4px 6px #FF00FF40;

Text Shadow

text-shadow: 2px 2px 4px #FF00FF;

Sample Text

Gradient

background: linear-gradient(135deg, #FF00FF 0%, #970097 100%);

Magenta (=Fuchsia) (#FF00FF) Color FAQs

Frequently asked questions about Magenta (=Fuchsia) (#FF00FF) color meaning, symbolism, and applications. Click on any question to expand detailed answers.