Is Lime (#00FF00) accessible for digital body text?

Against a pure white background (#FFFFFF), #00FF00 achieves a contrast ratio of 1.37:1 (Failing WCAG AA normal text). Against a dark slate background (#0F172A), it achieves a contrast ratio of 13.01:1 (Passing WCAG AA normal text).

Which color harmonies pair best with Lime?

The exact complementary color for #00FF00 is #FF00FF. For analogous pairings, use #80FF00 and #00FF80. You can explore these combinations further in our Color Harmony Generator.

Color Directory/Lime

Lime (#00FF00)

Q: What are the exact digital and print color codes for Lime (#00FF00)?

Lime has the HEX code #00FF00. In RGB color coordinates, its values are 0, 255, 0. In HSL, it is 120°, 100%, 50%. In CMYK print values, it corresponds to C:100% M:0% Y:100% K:0%.

Luminance: 72% · Nearest standard name: Lime

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LIME

#00FF00

rgb(0, 255, 0) · hsl(120°, 100%, 50%)

HEX#00FF00

RGB0, 255, 0

HSL120°, 100%, 50%

HSV / HSB120°, 100%, 100%

CMYK (Print)100%, 0%, 100%, 0%

Color Harmonies

Complementary

#00FF00#FF00FF

Analogous

#80FF00#00FF00#00FF80

Triadic

#00FF00#0000FF#FF0000

Tints & Shades

Lighter Tints

Darker Shades

WCAG 2.2 Contrast Verification

Against White (#FFFFFF)1.37:1

Sample text rendered with #00FF00 on white

AA Normal: FAILAA Large: FAIL

Against Dark (#0F172A)13.01:1

Sample text rendered with #00FF00 on dark

AA Normal: PASSAA Large: PASS

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Comprehensive Color Profile & Design Architecture

The Complete Color Guide to Lime (#00FF00)

Lime (#00FF00) is a distinct shade within the Emerald Green chromatic spectrum. Characterized by an optical luminance of 72% and a warm-cool hybrid (vegetal / lime) color temperature, this tone plays a vital role across web applications, brand identities, and editorial typography. Discover its mathematical harmonies, accessibility metrics, UI engineering roles, and front-end code tokens.

Technical Colorimetry & Coordinate Breakdown

Exact mathematical values across digital display, print press, and human perceptual spaces.

HEX Code#00FF00

RGB Space0, 255, 0

HSL Values120°, 100%, 50%

HSV / HSB120°, 100%, 100%

CMYK Ink100%, 0%, 100%, 0%

TemperatureWarm-Cool Hybrid (Vegetal / Lime)

Optical Color Harmony Formulas for Lime

Geometric intervals calculated from #00FF00 on the 360-degree color wheel.

Direct Polar (180°)#FF00FF

Complementary Harmony

Pairs Lime with its polar opposite (#FF00FF) to create maximum optical contrast, perfect for high-converting call-to-action buttons.

Adjacent (±30°)#80FF00 · #00FF80

Analogous Harmony

Positions adjacent neighboring hues on either side of Lime for serene, gentle, and organic visual transitions.

Split Angles (150° / 210°)#7F00FF · #FF0080

Split-Complementary

Uses the two colors flanking the direct complement of Lime, offering rich visual variety without harsh chromatic vibration.

Triangular (120°)#0000FF · #FF0000

Triadic Harmony

Forms an equilateral triangle on the color wheel, generating playful, dynamic energy when balanced against a neutral background.

Rectangular (90°)#007FFF · #FF00FF · #FF8000

Tetradic (Square) Harmony

A rich four-color scheme combining two complementary pairs, ideal for complex dashboards, gaming HUDs, and multi-tier charts.

Interactive Exploration

Build Palettes With Lime

Lock #00FF00 inside our interactive generator to calculate live matching palettes in real time.

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The 60-30-10 UI Implementation Role for Lime

Recommended proportional volume and semantic interface assignment.

Recommended Assignment: Interactive Brand Accent (10% Volume)

With a saturation of 100% and lightness of 50%, Lime (#00FF00) acts as an attention-grabbing focal point. In user interfaces, reserve it for primary CTA buttons, active state indicators, and notification badges to draw user clicks immediately.

Light Mode SurfaceIdeal for buttons and badges

Dark Mode AdaptationDesaturate slightly for ambient glow

Tonal Expansion ScaleView 10-step design token ramp →

Color Psychology & Industry Alignment

Strategic cognitive triggers and target sector recommendations.

Cognitive & Emotional Perception

Communicates organic vitality, restorative health, prosperity, and ecological balance. Evokes natural renewal and positive validation.

Optimal Industry Verticals

Sustainable Commerce, Clean Energy, Health & Wellness, Wealth Management. Combining Lime with intentional neutral whitespace reinforces authority and conversion clarity.

Production Code Tokens for Lime

Drop-in design system tokens for CSS, Tailwind CSS, and SCSS.

CSS Custom Properties (:root)Vanilla CSS

:root {
  --color-00ff00: #00FF00;
  --color-00ff00-rgb: 0, 255, 0;
  --color-00ff00-hsl: 120deg 100% 50%;
}

tailwind.config.jsTailwind CSS

module.exports = {
  theme: {
    extend: {
      colors: {
        '00ff00': '#00FF00',
      }
    }
  }
};

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Frequently Asked Questions About Lime (#00FF00)

Authoritative answers covering Lime color codes, WCAG contrast compliance, and UI design systems.

What are the exact digital and print color codes for Lime (#00FF00)?

Lime is defined by the HEX code #00FF00. Its digital screen RGB coordinates are R:0, G:255, B:0. Its cylindrical HSL values are Hue:120°, Saturation:100%, Lightness:50%. In HSV/HSB format, it is 120°, 100%, 100%. For four-color CMYK process printing, its ink percentages are C:100%, M:0%, Y:100%, K:0%.

Does Lime (#00FF00) pass WCAG 2.2 accessibility standards for text readability?

Against a pure white (#FFFFFF) background, Lime achieves a contrast ratio of 1.37:1 (Failing WCAG AA for normal body text, and Failing for large headings). Against dark slate (#0F172A), it achieves a contrast ratio of 13.01:1 (Passing WCAG AA).

What is the direct complementary color for Lime (#00FF00)?

The exact 180-degree optical complementary color for #00FF00 is #FF00FF. When placed side-by-side, #00FF00 and #FF00FF create maximum visual tension and high click-through conversion rates.

What is the recommended role for Lime in the 60-30-10 UI design rule?

How can I copy and export Lime into Tailwind CSS and CSS variables?

You can define Lime in CSS custom properties as ':root { --color-custom: #00FF00; }' or paste it into your 'tailwind.config.js' file under 'theme.extend.colors'. You can also generate full palettes containing Lime using our interactive Color Palette Generator.

Which color family does Lime (#00FF00) belong to?

Lime belongs to the Emerald Green family (Warm-Cool Hybrid (Vegetal / Lime) spectrum). You can explore full tonal ramps and curated palettes in our Emerald Green Color Guide.