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Cmyk to Pantone Converter

Our art & design fundamentals calculator teaches cmyk pantone step by step. Perfect for students, teachers, and self-learners.

Reviewed by Daniel Agrici, Founder & Lead Developer

Reviewed by Daniel Agrici, Founder & Lead Developer

Formula

RGB = 255ร—(1-C/100)ร—(1-K/100) for each channel

CMYK to RGB conversion. Note: exact Pantone matching requires physical swatch books โ€” this gives the nearest RGB equivalent.

Worked Examples

Example 1: Cyan 100%

Problem:C:100 M:0 Y:0 K:0

Solution:R:0 G:255 B:255 = #00FFFF

Result:RGB (0,255,255) = Cyan

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