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Dim gray color

A dark neutral gray from the standard list of web color names, a step darker than medium gray. It is great for secondary text, icons and subtle borders on websites.

Also known as: Dimgray.

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The hex code for dim gray is #696969. In RGB it is rgb(105, 105, 105), in HSL hsl(0, 0%, 41%) and in CMYK 0, 0, 0, 59.

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About dim gray

Dim gray (#696969) is a neutral, mid-tone, almost unsaturated color. It belongs to the grays family. It mixes 105 red, 105 green and 105 blue (out of 255). It is mostly used in web, UI, graphic design.

Swatch of Dim gray with its shades from light to dark · #696969
Dim gray · #696969

Dim gray shades and tints

From lightest to darkest. Tap a shade to copy its code.

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Dim gray color palettes

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Monochromatic palette · Dim gray
Analogous palette · Dim gray
Complementary palette · Dim gray
Triadic palette · Dim gray
With neutrals palette · Dim gray
With an accent palette · Dim gray

Dim gray contrast with text

White textContrast 5.5:1 · AA
Black textContrast 3.8:1 · AA large text

Based on WCAG 2.1 guidelines. Test other pairs in the contrast checker.

CSS code

:root {
  --dim-gray: #696969;
  --dim-gray-rgb: 105, 105, 105;
}
.bg { background-color: var(--dim-gray); }
.text { color: var(--dim-gray); }

Colors similar to dim gray

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GrayLight grayDark graySilverCharcoal graySlate grayAsh grayPearl grayOxford grayGraphiteTaupeSteel grayLead graySmoke grayStone grayPlatinumBlue grayGreigeGunmetal grayPewterCool grayDove grayGainsboroLight slate gray
Swatch of Dim gray with its shades from light to dark · #696969
Swatch of Dim gray with its shades from light to dark · #696969

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Frequently asked questions

What is the hex code for dim gray?

The hex code for dim gray is #696969. In RGB it is rgb(105, 105, 105), in HSL hsl(0, 0%, 41%) and in CMYK 0, 0, 0, 59.

What is the complementary color of dim gray?

Its complement on the color wheel is #696969, close to dim gray. Used in small doses, it works as an accent and adds strong contrast.

Can you use white text on dim gray?

Yes. The contrast with white is 5.5:1, enough for body text (WCAG AA).