Color Picker & Converter
Pick any color and convert between HEX, RGB, HSL, and HSV formats. Explore complementary and analogous colors.
Complementary & Related Colors
How to Use the Color Picker
Click the color swatch to open your browser's native color picker, or type a color value in any format (HEX, RGB, or HSL). All values update automatically. The tool also shows complementary and related colors to help you build harmonious palettes.
Color Format Reference
- HEX — A hexadecimal color code starting with #. Example:
#2563eb - RGB — Red, Green, Blue values from 0-255. Example:
rgb(37, 99, 235) - HSL — Hue (0-360), Saturation (0-100%), Lightness (0-100%). Example:
hsl(217, 91%, 53%) - HSV — Hue (0-360), Saturation (0-100%), Value (0-100%). Used in graphic design software.
When to Use Each Format
HEX is the most common format for web development and CSS. RGB is useful when you need to manipulate individual color channels. HSL is ideal for creating color variations because you can adjust hue, saturation, or lightness independently. HSV is commonly used in design tools like Photoshop and Figma.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between HEX and RGB?
HEX and RGB both represent colors using red, green, and blue values. HEX uses a hexadecimal string (e.g., #FF5733), while RGB uses three decimal numbers (e.g., rgb(255, 87, 51)). They are equivalent and can be converted between each other.
What is HSL?
HSL stands for Hue, Saturation, and Lightness. It's a color model that is more intuitive for humans because it describes colors by their hue (color type), saturation (intensity), and lightness (brightness).
What are complementary colors?
Complementary colors are pairs of colors that are opposite each other on the color wheel. When placed next to each other, they create strong contrast and visual interest. For example, red and green are complementary colors.