What is the hex code for Dim Gray?

The hex code for Dim Gray is #696969. In RGB that is rgb(105, 105, 105), and in HSL it is hsl(0, 0%, 41%).

What RGB values make Dim Gray?

Dim Gray is 105 red, 105 green, and 105 blue, written as rgb(105, 105, 105).

Dim Gray scores 5.49:1 against white. WCAG AA needs 4.5:1 for body text, so it passes.

Yes. You can write color: dimgray directly in CSS, which every browser resolves to #696969.

#696969

Dim Gray is a gray tone at #696969. It sits at 0 degrees on the color wheel with 0% saturation and 41% lightness.

Color values

Tints mix Dim Gray with white, shades mix it with black. Use the light end for backgrounds and the dark end for text that has to stay readable.

Tint 80%

#E1E1E1

Tint 60%

#C3C3C3

Tint 40%

#A5A5A5

Tint 20%

#878787

Base

#696969

Shade 20%

#545454

Shade 40%

#3F3F3F

Shade 60%

#2A2A2A

Shade 80%

#151515

On white

Sample text

5.49:1

Passes AA for body text

On black

Sample text

3.83:1

Large text only

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Frequently asked

What is the hex code for Dim Gray?: The hex code for Dim Gray is #696969. In RGB that is rgb(105, 105, 105), and in HSL it is hsl(0, 0%, 41%).
What RGB values make Dim Gray?: Dim Gray is 105 red, 105 green, and 105 blue, written as rgb(105, 105, 105).
Is Dim Gray readable as text on a white background?: Dim Gray scores 5.49:1 against white. WCAG AA needs 4.5:1 for body text, so it passes.
Is Dim Gray a valid CSS color name?: Yes. You can write color: dimgray directly in CSS, which every browser resolves to #696969.