Lime hex code
The hex code for lime is #00FF00. In RGB that is rgb(0, 255, 0) and in HSL it is hsl(120, 100%, 50%).
The hex code for lime is #00FF00. In RGB that is rgb(0, 255, 0) and in HSL it is hsl(120, 100%, 50%).
Lime · #00FF00
Colour codes
- HEX
- #00FF00
- RGB
- rgb(0, 255, 0)
- HSL
- hsl(120, 100%, 50%)
- CMYK
- 100, 0, 100, 0
- CSS name
- lime
- Contrast on white
- 1.37:1
- Contrast on black
- 15.30:1
Tints and shades
20% lighter · #33ff33
40% lighter · #66ff66
60% lighter · #99ff99
80% lighter · #ccffcc
20% darker · #00cc00
40% darker · #009900
60% darker · #006600
80% darker · #003300
Complementary colour
Lime · #00FF00
Opposite on the colour wheel · #ff00ff
Frequently asked questions
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%).
Can I use lime for text?
It has a contrast ratio of 1.37:1 on white and 15.30:1 on black. Body text needs 4.5:1 under WCAG AA, so it works as text on a dark background, not on white.
What colour goes with lime?
Its complementary colour, opposite on the colour wheel, is #FF00FF. Pairing a colour with its complement gives the strongest contrast; for something calmer, use a tint or shade of lime instead.
Is lime a CSS colour name?
Yes. CSS accepts the keyword lime, so color: lime and color: #00FF00 render exactly the same.