Microsoft Blue colour (#0078D4)
Microsoft Blue is medium a blue with hex code #0078D4, the primary brand colour as commonly published in the brand’s guidelines. In RGB it is 0, 120, 212; in HSL 206°, 100%, 42%. Use the tool to explore shades and harmonies.
How to use the Microsoft Blue colour
- The colour is pre-filled; click Explore to see all formats, shades and harmonies.
- Edit the value to try a variation.
- Copy the code you need.
Microsoft Blue in every format
| Format | Value |
|---|---|
| HEX | #0078D4 |
| RGB | rgb(0, 120, 212) |
| RGB (0–1) | 0.000, 0.471, 0.831 |
| HSL | hsl(206, 100%, 42%) |
| CMYK (approx.) | 100%, 43%, 0%, 17% |
Shades and tints of Microsoft Blue
Same hue and saturation, lightness from 90% to 10%:
#cce9ff | #99d3ff | #66bdff | #33a7ff | #0090ff | #0074cc | #005799 | #003a66 | #001d33 |
Colours that go with Microsoft Blue
| Harmony | Colours | |
|---|---|---|
| Complementary | #d65d00 | |
| Triadic | #d60079 | #79d600 |
| Analogous | #000ed6 | #00d6c8 |
Similar named colours
The closest CSS named colours by RGB distance, useful when you need a keyword instead of a hex code or want a near match:
| Colour | HEX | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| dodgerblue | #1e90ff | close |
| royalblue | #4169e1 | close |
| darkcyan | #008b8b | close |
| steelblue | #4682b4 | close |
| lightseagreen | #20b2aa | close |
Accessibility
Contrast ratio of Microsoft Blue against white is 4.53:1 (passes WCAG AA for normal text) and against black 4.64:1 (passes). Use Microsoft Blue for text on white backgrounds.
Brand colours are the commonly published primary values and may be updated by the brand; check the official brand guidelines before print use. Trademarks belong to their owners.
Frequently asked questions
What is the hex code for Microsoft Blue?
#0078D4.
What is Microsoft Blue in RGB?
rgb(0, 120, 212).
What colour is complementary to Microsoft Blue?
#d65d00, directly opposite on the colour wheel.
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Last updated 2026-09-23.