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Color Picker — Free HEX, RGB & HSL Color Codes

Pick any color and instantly get its HEX, RGB, and HSL codes — copy the one you need in a click. Free, no signup, runs in your browser.

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color-codes Ctrl+1/2/3 to copy

HEX

#3B82F6

RGB

rgb(59, 130, 246)

HSL

hsl(217, 91%, 60%)

What the Color Picker Does

The Color Picker lets you choose any color and instantly see it in the three formats you'll actually use in code and design: HEX, RGB, and HSL. Click the swatch to open your browser's color selector, pick a shade, and all three codes update together — copy whichever one your project needs.

It's built for the common moment when you have a color in mind (or on screen) and just need its code in the right syntax for CSS, a design tool, or digital art. No conversions by hand, no signup, and everything runs in your browser.

HEX, RGB & HSL Explained

HEX is the most common format in web design — a # followed by six characters (#FF5733), where each pair encodes red, green, and blue.

RGB expresses the same thing as three numbers from 0–255 — rgb(255, 87, 51) is the same orange as #FF5733. It's handy when you want to read or tweak channels directly.

HSL stands for hue, saturation, and lightness. It's the most intuitive for designers: keep the hue and saturation fixed and change the lightness to create clean tints and shades of a single color — perfect for hover states and palettes.

Color Psychology in Design

Color carries meaning. Knowing the common associations helps you choose intentionally for a brand or interface.

Color Association Common Use
RedUrgency, passion, energySales, CTAs, food brands
BlueTrust, calm, professionalismFinance, tech, healthcare
GreenNature, growth, healthEco, finance, wellness
YellowOptimism, warmth, attentionFast food, kids' brands
PurpleLuxury, creativity, wisdomBeauty, premium brands
OrangeEnthusiasm, confidenceEntertainment, calls to action

Features

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Three Formats

HEX, RGB, and HSL shown together for every color.

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One-Click Copy

Copy any format with a click, or use Ctrl+1/2/3.

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Live Preview

A large swatch updates instantly as you pick.

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Ready for CSS

Codes are in valid syntax you can paste straight into styles.

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100% Private

Runs entirely in your browser — nothing is uploaded.

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Free Forever

No signup, no limits, on any device with a browser.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Color Picker free?
Yes, completely free with no registration. Pick and copy as many colors as you like.
Which format should I use for web design?
HEX and RGB are the most common in CSS. HSL is great when you want consistent variations like hover states or tints and shades of one color.
Can it grab a color from an image?
This tool picks from the color selector and gives you the codes. Some browsers' native picker includes an eyedropper that can sample a color from your screen — look for that icon when the picker opens.
What's the difference between HEX and RGB?
They describe the same color differently. HEX uses base-16 notation; RGB uses decimal 0–255 values. Both render identically in browsers.
How do I use a color code in CSS?
Put it in a property value — for example color: #FF5733;, color: rgb(255,87,51);, or color: hsl(11,100%,60%);.
Does it work on mobile?
Yes. It runs in any modern browser on phone, tablet, or desktop — no app to install.