Color Picker
Pick colors and get HEX, RGB, and HSL codes
Color Values
HEX
#3B82F6
RGB
rgb(59, 130, 246)
HSL
hsl(217, 91%, 60%)
Color Format Guide
HEX (Hexadecimal)
Most common format for web design (#RRGGBB)
RGB (Red, Green, Blue)
Values from 0-255 for each color channel
HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness)
Hue: 0-360deg, Saturation: 0-100%, Lightness: 0-100%
Privacy & Security
All color selection and code generation happens in your browser. No color choices, palettes, or project data are stored or transmitted to any server. Your color work remains completely private.
About the Color Picker Tool
Our comprehensive color picker helps designers and developers select perfect colors and get their codes in multiple formats. Choose colors visually using the color wheel or sliders, or enter specific values to fine-tune your selection. Get instant HEX codes for CSS, RGB values for graphics software, HSL for modern CSS, and CMYK for print design. Save your favorite colors to a palette, view color harmonies, and copy codes with one click.
Key Features
Multiple Color Formats
HEX, RGB, RGBA, HSL, HSLA, HSV, and CMYK color codes
Visual Color Picker
Interactive color wheel and gradient slider for easy selection
Precise Value Input
Enter specific color values for exact color matching
One-Click Copy
Copy any color code format to clipboard instantly
Color Palette
Save and manage your favorite colors for projects
Color Harmonies
See complementary, analogous, and triadic color schemes
Recent Colors
Quick access to recently picked colors
Opacity Control
Adjust alpha/opacity for RGBA and HSLA formats
How to Use the Color Picker
Select Color
Use the color wheel, sliders, or input field to choose your color
Choose Format
View your color in HEX, RGB, HSL, or other formats
Adjust Opacity
If needed, adjust the opacity slider for transparent colors
Copy Code
Click the copy button next to any format to copy to clipboard
Color Selection Tips
- HEX for Web: Use HEX codes (#RRGGBB) for CSS - they're concise and universally supported
- RGB for Graphics: RGB values work well in Photoshop, Illustrator, and other design software
- HSL for Variations: HSL makes it easy to create lighter/darker versions by adjusting lightness
- CMYK for Print: Use CMYK values when designing for physical printing
- Save Palettes: Build brand color palettes by saving your primary and accent colors
- Test Contrast: Ensure text readability by checking contrast between foreground and background
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the difference between HEX, RGB, and HSL?
HEX (#FF0000) represents colors in hexadecimal notation, perfect for CSS. RGB (255, 0, 0) uses red, green, blue values 0-255, intuitive for mixing. HSL (0°, 100%, 50%) uses hue (color), saturation (intensity), and lightness, making color variations easier. All represent the same colors, just different notation systems.
When should I use RGBA vs RGB?
Use RGBA when you need transparency/opacity control. The 'A' in RGBA is the alpha channel (0-1), where 0 is fully transparent and 1 is fully opaque. RGB is for solid, opaque colors. RGBA is essential for overlays, shadows, and layered designs.
What is HSV and how is it different from HSL?
HSV (Hue, Saturation, Value) and HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) are similar but handle lightness differently. HSV's 'Value' goes from black to full color, while HSL's 'Lightness' goes from black through full color to white. Both are useful for generating color variations.
Why do I need CMYK color codes?
CMYK (Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, Black) is used for physical printing. Computer screens use RGB (light-based), but printers use CMYK (ink-based). When designing for print, use CMYK values to ensure colors print as expected. Note that not all RGB colors can be accurately reproduced in CMYK.
How do I create a color scheme?
Use the color harmonies feature to see complementary (opposite on color wheel), analogous (adjacent colors), triadic (three evenly spaced colors), and other schemes. These mathematically-derived combinations create pleasing, balanced color palettes for design projects.
Can I pick colors from an image?
While this tool doesn't extract colors from images directly, you can use browser extensions or screenshot tools to capture colors from images, then input them here to get codes in all formats. Some browsers also have built-in color picker tools in developer tools.
Why Use a Color Picker Tool?
Professional color selection requires precision that eyeballing cannot achieve. A color picker tool ensures exact color matching across projects, provides codes in all necessary formats, and helps maintain brand consistency. The ability to see colors in multiple formats (HEX, RGB, HSL, CMYK) means you're prepared whether coding websites, designing graphics, or preparing print materials. Color harmony features help create professional, visually pleasing color schemes based on color theory, elevating your design work beyond guesswork.