Color Picker
Pick colors and get HEX, RGB, HSL values
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Color Picker
Color Values
Description
The Color Picker tool helps you select and convert colors between different formats. Choose any color and instantly get its HEX, RGB, HSL, and CSS values. Perfect for designers, developers, and anyone working with colors.
Key features
- Visual color picker with hue slider
- Instant conversion between formats
- Copy values with one click
- HEX, RGB, HSL, and CSS output
- Input manual color values
- Color history for recent selections
Common use cases
- Designing websites and applications
- Matching colors from designs
- Converting between color formats
- Creating consistent color schemes
- CSS and style development
Privacy & security: All color operations happen locally in your browser. No data is sent anywhere.
How to Use
- Click on the color preview to open the color picker.
- Select your desired color using the visual picker.
- Adjust hue, saturation, and lightness as needed.
- View the color values in all formats.
- Click "Copy" next to any format to copy the value.
Tips
- Use HEX for web development (#RRGGBB format).
- RGB is useful for programming and calculations.
- HSL makes it easy to create color variations.
- CSS values can be pasted directly into stylesheets.
- Use the HEX to RGB converter for format conversion.
Troubleshooting
- Color looks different → Different screens may display colors differently. Calibrate your monitor for accuracy.
- HEX not working in CSS → Make sure to include the # prefix in your CSS.
- Need transparency → Use the RGBA Converter for alpha values.
Example
Example 1: Primary Blue
Input:
Color selection: Bright blue
Output:
HEX: #3b82f6 RGB: rgb(59, 130, 246) HSL: hsl(217, 91%, 60%) CSS: #3b82f6
Standard primary blue color with all format conversions.
Example 2: Custom Color
Input:
HEX input: #ff6b35
Output:
HEX: #ff6b35 RGB: rgb(255, 107, 53) HSL: hsl(16, 100%, 60%) CSS: #ff6b35
Orange color converted to all formats.
FAQ
What's the difference between HEX and RGB?
HEX is a hexadecimal representation used in CSS and design tools. RGB shows the red, green, blue values separately, useful for calculations.
When should I use HSL?
HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) is great for creating color variations by adjusting individual properties.
Can I input my own color values?
Yes, you can paste any HEX, RGB, or HSL value to convert it to other formats.
Why does my color look different on another device?
Different screens have different color profiles. Use color calibration for consistent results.
How do I add transparency?
Use RGBA or HSLA format, or the RGBA Converter to add alpha values.