Color Picker

Pick colors and convert between HEX, RGB, HSL formats. Generate beautiful color palettes instantly.

Color Palette

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Multiple Formats

Convert between HEX, RGB, HSL, and CMYK color formats.

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Color Palettes

Generate harmonious color palettes from any color.

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Understanding Color Formats

Colors in digital design are represented using different formats, each with its own advantages. Understanding these formats helps designers and developers work more effectively with colors across different platforms and tools.

Common Color Formats

  • HEX (#RRGGBB): Six-digit hexadecimal notation. Most common in web design. Example: #2563eb
  • RGB (Red, Green, Blue): Values from 0-255 for each channel. Used in CSS and graphics. Example: rgb(37, 99, 235)
  • HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness): More intuitive for humans. Hue in degrees (0-360), saturation and lightness in percentages.
  • CMYK (Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, Key): Used in printing. Represents colors as ink percentages.

When to Use Each Format

Use HEX for web development and CSS (most compact and universal). Use RGB when you need to manipulate color channels programmatically or work with opacity. Use HSL when you want intuitive color adjustments - it's easier to create lighter/darker versions or adjust vibrancy. Use CMYK only for print design and when working with professional printing services.

FAQ

What is a HEX color code?â–¼

A HEX color code is a six-digit hexadecimal number representing RGB values. The first two digits are red, next two are green, and last two are blue. Example: #FF0000 is pure red.

How do I convert HEX to RGB?â–¼

This tool automatically converts between formats. HEX pairs convert to decimal (0-255). For example, #FF = 255 in decimal. Our tool does this instantly.

What is HSL color format?â–¼

HSL stands for Hue (0-360°), Saturation (0-100%), and Lightness (0-100%). It's more intuitive than RGB for creating color variations and adjusting brightness.

Can I use RGB colors in CSS?â–¼

Yes! Modern CSS supports rgb(), rgba() (with opacity), hsl(), hsla(), and HEX formats. All work equally well in browsers.

How are color palettes generated?â–¼

Our tool creates palettes using color theory - complementary colors, analogous colors, lighter/darker shades, and harmonious variations of your selected color.