Color Picker & Converter

Choose colors visually and instantly convert between HEX, RGB, and HSL formats. Perfect for designers, developers, and anyone working with colors.

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Understanding Color Formats

Learn when to use HEX, RGB, or HSL in your design and development projects.

HEX Color Format

HEX (hexadecimal) colors use a 6-digit code prefixed with #. The format is #RRGGBB where each pair represents red, green, and blue values from 00 to FF. HEX is the most common format in web design due to its compact representation and universal browser support.

RGB Color Format

RGB (Red, Green, Blue) uses decimal values from 0 to 255 for each color channel. The format is rgb(red, green, blue). RGB is intuitive and widely used in CSS. It also supports alpha transparency with rgba(r, g, b, alpha) where alpha ranges from 0 (transparent) to 1 (opaque).

HSL Color Format

HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) represents colors in a more human-friendly way. Hue is a degree on the color wheel (0-360), saturation is a percentage (0% gray to 100% full color), and lightness is also a percentage (0% black to 100% white). HSL makes it easier to create color variations and maintain consistent palettes.

Which Format Should You Use?

  • HEX: Best for static colors in stylesheets and design specs.
  • RGB: Ideal when you need transparency (rgba) or programmatic color manipulation.
  • HSL: Perfect for creating color themes, gradients, and maintaining visual harmony.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about color formats and conversion.

Are HEX and RGB the same?

Yes, they represent the same color information but in different formats. HEX uses hexadecimal notation (#RRGGBB) while RGB uses decimal values (0-255). Both define the same red, green, and blue components.

Can I add transparency to colors?

Yes! Use rgba() or hsla() formats to add an alpha channel. For example, rgba(79, 70, 229, 0.5) creates a 50% transparent indigo. HEX also supports 8-digit format (#RRGGBBAA) though browser support varies.

Why use HSL over HEX or RGB?

HSL is more intuitive for creating color variations. You can easily adjust lightness for hover states or change saturation for muted tones without recalculating RGB values. It's especially useful for design systems and theming.

Is this tool accurate for design work?

Yes, the conversions use standard algorithms and match CSS specifications. However, different displays may render colors differently due to color profiles and calibration. For precise print work, use professional color management tools.