Black
#000000
Color conversions
Reference values for common CSS, design, and accessibility formats.
| Format | Value | Preview | Copy |
|---|---|---|---|
| HEX | 000000 | ||
| HEX with # | #000000 | ||
| HEX shorthand | #000 | ||
| RGB | rgb(0, 0, 0) | ||
| RGBA | rgba(0, 0, 0, 1) | ||
| HSL | hsl(0 0% 0%) | ||
| HSLA | hsla(0, 0%, 0%, 1) | ||
| HSV | hsv(0, 0%, 0%) | ||
| CMYK | cmyk(0%, 0%, 0%, 100%) | ||
| OKLCH | oklch(0% 0 0) |
Closest named matches
Color modifications
Lighter shades
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Suggested pairings
Split-complementary
Try this combo as a gradientUse this color in CSS
--color: #000000;
bg-[#000000]
Accessibility quick-check
White text
21:1
AAA normal
Black text
1:1
Decorative only
Reference notes
Black is the nearest readable name for #000000, a muted red with very deep value. Its RGB value is 0, 0, 0, while the HSL reading places it around 0 degrees of hue, 0% saturation, and 0% lightness. Its neutral temperature makes it easier to place in a palette: warm colors tend to move forward, cool colors tend to recede, and neutral colors depend more heavily on surrounding contrast. For interface work, start with the accessibility table before assigning this color to text, icons, or interactive states; perceived brightness can differ from the raw hex value. Pairing suggestions on this page are generated from hue relationships, so they work as starting points rather than fixed brand or accessibility recommendations. For palette building, start with one strong relationship from the pairing section, then adjust lightness until the hierarchy remains readable at small sizes. It works best in interfaces that need weight, contrast, or a more formal visual register. For stronger contrast, compare it with black and white text and then choose pairings from complementary or split-complementary suggestions.