What is the hex code for Red?

The hex code for Red is #FF0000. In RGB that is rgb(255, 0, 0), and in HSL it is hsl(0, 100%, 50%).

What RGB values make Red?

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

Red scores 4:1 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: red directly in CSS, which every browser resolves to #FF0000.

#FF0000

Red is a red tone at #FF0000. It sits at 0 degrees on the color wheel with 100% saturation and 50% lightness.

Color values

Tints mix Red 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%

#FFCCCC

Tint 60%

#FF9999

Tint 40%

#FF6666

Tint 20%

#FF3333

Base

#FF0000

Shade 20%

#CC0000

Shade 40%

#990000

Shade 60%

#660000

Shade 80%

#330000

On white

Sample text

4:1

Large text only

On black

Sample text

5.25:1

Passes AA for body text

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Frequently asked

What is the hex code for Red?: The hex code for Red is #FF0000. In RGB that is rgb(255, 0, 0), and in HSL it is hsl(0, 100%, 50%).
What RGB values make Red?: Red is 255 red, 0 green, and 0 blue, written as rgb(255, 0, 0).
Is Red readable as text on a white background?: Red scores 4:1 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 Red a valid CSS color name?: Yes. You can write color: red directly in CSS, which every browser resolves to #FF0000.