What is the hex code for Lime?

The hex code for Lime is #00FF00. In RGB that is rgb(0, 255, 0), and in HSL it is hsl(120, 100%, 50%).

What RGB values make Lime?

Lime is 0 red, 255 green, and 0 blue, written as rgb(0, 255, 0).

Lime scores 1.37:1 against white. WCAG AA needs 4.5:1 for body text, so it fails and should be used for fills or borders rather than type.

Yes. You can write color: lime directly in CSS, which every browser resolves to #00FF00.

#00FF00

Lime is a green tone at #00FF00. It sits at 120 degrees on the color wheel with 100% saturation and 50% lightness.

Color values

Tints mix Lime 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%

#CCFFCC

Tint 60%

#99FF99

Tint 40%

#66FF66

Tint 20%

#33FF33

Base

#00FF00

Shade 20%

#00CC00

Shade 40%

#009900

Shade 60%

#006600

Shade 80%

#003300

On white

Sample text

1.37:1

Fails WCAG for text

On black

Sample text

15.3:1

Passes AAA for body text

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Frequently asked

What is the hex code for Lime?: The hex code for Lime is #00FF00. In RGB that is rgb(0, 255, 0), and in HSL it is hsl(120, 100%, 50%).
What RGB values make Lime?: Lime is 0 red, 255 green, and 0 blue, written as rgb(0, 255, 0).
Is Lime readable as text on a white background?: Lime scores 1.37:1 against white. WCAG AA needs 4.5:1 for body text, so it fails and should be used for fills or borders rather than type.
Is Lime a valid CSS color name?: Yes. You can write color: lime directly in CSS, which every browser resolves to #00FF00.