Yellow Orange (#ed760e) Color Meaning, Codes and Information

A complete guide to Yellow Orange (#ed760e) covering color values, harmonies, shades, meaning, and practical uses across design, branding, and everyday visuals.

Yellow Orange (#ed760e) Color Information

Yellow Orange (#ed760e) RGB value is (237, 118, 14). The hex color red value is 237, green is 118, and blue is 14. Its HSL format shows a hue of 28°, saturation of 89%, and lightness of 49%, while the CMYK process values are 0%, 50%, 94%, and 7%.

Colors that pair well with Yellow Orange (#ed760e) include Vivid Red (#F70D1A), Rape Yellow (#F3DA0B), and Bright Turquoise (#08E8DE), as they maintain visual balance and harmony, whereas Clover (#00FF6F), Electric Indigo (#6F00FF), and Azure Blue (#007FFF) tend to conflict with this color due to strong contrast or opposing tonal characteristics.

Clear image showing Yellow Orange color swatch with hex value #ED760E and RGB value (237,118,14)
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Yellow Orange (#ed760e) Color Meaning

Yellow Orange (#ED760E) is a vibrant, warm hue between yellow and orange, resembling autumn leaves or citrus tones. Its energy conveys enthusiasm, creativity, and visual warmth. Yellow Orange (#ED760E) is popular in branding, sports, and digital media for attention-grabbing accents. The color signifies vitality, optimism, and movement. Yellow Orange (#ED760E) stimulates engagement and can dominate compositions without appearing harsh. Its fiery undertone balances brightness with warmth, adding depth to any palette. Pigments for Yellow Orange (#ED760E) are synthetic blends of red and yellow oxides for consistency and durability. In cultural symbolism, orange-yellows are tied to celebration, creativity, and abundance. Yellow Orange (#ED760E) merges vibrancy with approachability, making it dynamic yet versatile.

Color Conversion

Accurate conversions of Yellow Orange (#ed760e) across RGB, Hex, CMYK, HSL, and Lab ensure consistent color fidelity across digital, print, and design applications.

HEX
#ed760e
RGB
rgb(237, 118, 14)
HSL
hsl(28°, 89%, 49%)
CMYK
cmyk(0%, 50%, 94%, 7%)
HSV
hsv(28°, 94%, 93%)
XYZ
41.4828 30.9931 4.2113
Yxy
30.9931 0.5409 0.4041
Hunter Lab
55.6714 6.2238 4.8465
CIE-Lab
62.5018 40.8983 67.7110

RGB Values & CMYK Values

Detailed RGB and CMYK values of Yellow Orange (#ed760e) displayed in a horizontal bar provide clear reference for digital and print color accuracy.

RGB Channels

Red237 / 255 (93%)
93%
Green118 / 255 (46%)
46%
Blue14 / 255 (5%)

CMYK Ink Density

Cyan0 / 100 (0%)
Magenta50 / 100 (50%)
50%
Yellow94 / 100 (94%)
94%
Key (Black)7 / 100 (7%)

Color Variations

A full range of Yellow Orange (#ed760e) variations, including tints, shades, and tones, provides highlights, depth, and subtle desaturated options for UI design.

Color Harmonies

Harmonious color schemes for Yellow Orange (#ed760e) created using the color wheel ensure visually balanced palettes.

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 Complementary

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

Monochromatic

Variations of a single hue

Contrast Checker (WCAG)

Luminance contrast ratios for Yellow Orange (#ed760e) against standard backgrounds ensure readable, accessible text following Contrast Checker and WCAG 2.1 AA/AAA standards.

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#ed760e

Sample Text

This is how your text will look with these colors.

Large Text (18pt+)

2.92:1
WCAG AA
WCAG AAA

Normal Text

2.92:1
WCAG AA
WCAG AAA

UI Components

2.92:1
WCAG AA
WCAG AAA

Color Blindness Simulator

Simulated views of Yellow Orange (#ed760e) for different color vision deficiencies help identify potential confusion using the Color Blindness Simulator.

Normal Vision

Yellow Orange (#ed760e)

protanopia

#b9b827

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

CSS Examples

Background Color

background-color: #ed760e;

Text Color

color: #ed760e;

Sample Text

Border Color

border: 2px solid #ed760e;

Box Shadow

box-shadow: 0 4px 6px #ed760e40;

Text Shadow

text-shadow: 2px 2px 4px #ed760e;

Sample Text

Gradient

background: linear-gradient(135deg, #ed760e 0%, #8c4608 100%);

Seamless Patterns

High-resolution seamless patterns featuring Yellow Orange (#ed760e) provide ready-to-use backgrounds, wallpapers, and print designs for any project.

Diagonal Stripes
Polka Dots
Chevron
Diamond Grid
Hexagon
Waves
Crosshatch
Zigzag
Brick Wall
Triangles
Circles Grid
Herringbone

Icons

A collection of popular icons in Yellow Orange (#ed760e) offers ready-to-use visuals for interfaces, designs, and creative projects.

Real-World Applications

Real-world mockups of Yellow Orange (#ed760e) showcase its versatility across fashion, interiors, branding, and product packaging.

Fashion
Colored T-Shirt
Fashion
Baseball Cap
Interior
Living Room
Exterior
Office Complex
BRAND
Brands
Aluminum Can
Vehicle
Glossy Sportscar
Brands
Shopping Bag
Interior
Matte Wall
Brands
Flagship Phone

Useful Color Tools

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Yellow Orange (#ed760e) Color FAQs

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