colorsred

Colorsred is a term used in color theory and digital design to denote a standardized subset of red tones within a color space. It is not a single color but a category defined by specific hue, saturation, and lightness ranges intended to remain perceptually distinct across devices and media. The name combines the familiar word color with red and is used as a token in design systems to refer to a coherent family of red hues.

Definition and scope. In common usage, colorsred encompasses red hues with a hue near 0 degrees in HSL, high saturation, and moderate lightness. In practical terms, it covers red tones that stay recognizable as red even when displayed on different screens or under varied lighting. Designers often specify exact ranges for hue, saturation, and lightness to ensure consistency, accessibility, and brand alignment.

Characteristics. Colorsred is chosen to maximize perceptual clarity and contrast with most greens and blues, while remaining stable under typical gamma corrections. Variants within the category may lean toward deeper or brighter appearances, but keep a common red identity.

Variations and usage. Common variants include colorsred-dark, colorsred-mid, colorsred-bright, and colorsred-pastel. In interface design and branding, colorsred tokens support consistent styling, accessibility testing, and cross-media reproduction.

Limitations. Appearance of colorsred can still vary by display technology, calibration, and ambient light, so testing across devices is recommended. See also red color family and color tokens in design systems.