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color temperature

The warmth or coolness of white on a display, measured in Kelvin.

Also known as: colour temperature

Full Definition & Technical Explanation

color temperature — The warmth or coolness of white on a display, measured in Kelvin.

See also: color gamut, deltaE.

Where color temperature Matters

Frequently Asked Questions

What is color temperature?

The warmth or coolness of white on a display, measured in Kelvin.

What terms are related to color temperature?

Related Display terms include color gamut, deltaE.

Related Technical Terms

color gamut
The range of colours a display can reproduce, expressed as a share of standards like sRGB, DCI-P3, … Display
deltaE
A color accuracy score; lower deltaE means more accurate color. Display
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