Color Converter
A comprehensive color conversion tool for web designers and developers. Convert between various color formats like HEX, RGB, HSL, HSV in real-time and preview them instantly. Find your desired colors intuitively using the color picker and sliders, or work quickly with preset colors.
102
126
234
HEX
#667eea
RGB
rgb(102, 126, 234)
HSL
hsl(228, 77%, 66%)
CMYK
cmyk(56%, 46%, 0%, 8%)
Color Harmonies
Complementary
Analogous
Triadic
Split Complementary
Preset Colors
Complete Guide to Color Code Conversion
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What is Color Code Conversion?
Color code conversion is the process of translating between different color representation formats (HEX, RGB, HSL, HSV) used in digital design. It is essential in web design, graphic design, and app development. Each color code format has unique advantages, making it important to choose the appropriate format for your specific situation.
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Major Color Code Formats
HEX: #RRGGBB format, most widely used in web (e.g., #FF0000 is red)
RGB: rgb(255, 0, 0) format, 0-255 range per channel, supports transparency (rgba)
HSL: hsl(0, 100%, 50%) format, intuitive adjustment via hue/saturation/lightness
HSV: Similar to HSL but different brightness calculation, mainly used in design software
RGB: rgb(255, 0, 0) format, 0-255 range per channel, supports transparency (rgba)
HSL: hsl(0, 100%, 50%) format, intuitive adjustment via hue/saturation/lightness
HSV: Similar to HSL but different brightness calculation, mainly used in design software
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Web Design Applications
HEX codes are most commonly used in CSS (like brand colors such as #3498db), while RGB is useful for dynamic color control with JavaScript. HSL is particularly convenient when creating color themes - by changing only the Hue while maintaining saturation and lightness, you can easily create consistent color palettes.
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Color Accessibility and Contrast
According to WCAG accessibility guidelines, color contrast between text and background is crucial. Normal text requires a minimum contrast ratio of 4.5:1, while large text requires 3:1. When using a color converter, you can adjust the Lightness value to ensure proper contrast for better readability.
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Color Harmony and Palettes
Methods to create harmonious color palettes:
Monochromatic: Change only Saturation/Lightness with same Hue
Analogous: Vary Hue within 30 degrees
Complementary: Opposite Hue at 180 degrees
Triadic: Place Hues 120 degrees apart (0°, 120°, 240°)
Monochromatic: Change only Saturation/Lightness with same Hue
Analogous: Vary Hue within 30 degrees
Complementary: Opposite Hue at 180 degrees
Triadic: Place Hues 120 degrees apart (0°, 120°, 240°)
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Color Conversion Tool Tips
• Design phase: Use HSL for color selection (intuitive)
• CSS writing: Use HEX or RGB
• JavaScript animations: RGB/RGBA (opacity control)
• Palette generation: HSL (Hue-based variations)
• Browser compatibility: HEX is safest
• Color storage: Document in all formats
• CSS writing: Use HEX or RGB
• JavaScript animations: RGB/RGBA (opacity control)
• Palette generation: HSL (Hue-based variations)
• Browser compatibility: HEX is safest
• Color storage: Document in all formats