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#6A11CB
HEX Color
#6a11cb
RGB Color
rgb(106, 17, 203)
HSL Color
hsl(269, 85%, 43%)

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Color Theory Guide

Understanding Color Models

Different color models serve various purposes in design and development:

  • HEX: Six-digit hexadecimal codes used in web design (e.g., #6a11cb)
  • RGB: Red, Green, Blue values (0-255) for screen displays
  • HSL: Hue (0-360), Saturation (0-100%), Lightness (0-100%) - more intuitive for adjustments
  • CMYK: Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, Key (Black) for print materials

Choosing Effective Color Schemes

Create harmonious color combinations using these methods:

  1. Monochromatic: Variations in lightness/saturation of a single hue
  2. Analogous: Colors adjacent on the color wheel
  3. Complementary: Opposite colors for high contrast
  4. Triadic: Three colors evenly spaced on the wheel
  5. Tetradic: Two complementary pairs for rich schemes

Using Colors in Web Design

Best practices for implementing colors in your projects:

  • Use HEX or RGB for web/CSS; HSL for dynamic color manipulation
  • Maintain sufficient contrast for readability (WCAG guidelines)
  • Limit your palette to 2-3 primary colors with shades/tints
  • Test colors on different devices and lighting conditions
  • Consider color psychology and cultural associations

Color Accessibility Tips

Ensure your designs are accessible to all users:

  • Minimum contrast ratio of 4.5:1 for normal text
  • 3:1 for large text (18pt+ or 14pt+bold)
  • Don't rely solely on color to convey information
  • Test with color blindness simulators
  • Provide alternative text for color-coded elements

Advanced Color Tools

Enhance your workflow with these additional resources:

Color Contrast Checker

Verify your color combinations meet accessibility standards.

Palette Generator

Create complete color schemes from a base color.

Gradient Builder

Design smooth gradients with multiple color stops.

Color Picker FAQs

What's the difference between HEX, RGB, and HSL color codes?
HEX codes are hexadecimal representations (e.g., #RRGGBB) primarily used in web design. RGB (Red, Green, Blue) uses numerical values (0-255) for each channel and is common in digital displays. HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) is more intuitive for humans to understand and adjust, with Hue representing the color wheel position (0-360°), and Saturation/Lightness as percentages.
For text readability, ensure sufficient contrast between foreground and background colors. The Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) recommend:
  • 4.5:1 contrast ratio for normal text
  • 3:1 for large text (18pt+ or 14pt+bold)
Use online contrast checkers to verify your combinations. Also consider color blindness by testing your palette with simulation tools.
Color appearance can vary due to several factors:
  • Screen calibration and quality
  • Display technology (LCD, OLED, etc.)
  • Operating system color management
  • Ambient lighting conditions
  • Device color profiles and settings
For most consistent results, design with web-safe colors and test on multiple devices.
A good rule of thumb is to use:
  • 1-2 primary colors (for key elements and branding)
  • 1 accent color (for calls-to-action and highlights)
  • Several neutral tones (grays, whites, blacks for backgrounds/text)
Typically 3-5 colors total, with variations in lightness/darkness. Too many colors can create visual chaos, while too few may look flat.
Some excellent color tools include:
  • Adobe Color (color wheel and harmony rules)
  • Coolors.co (quick palette generation)
  • Paletton.com (advanced palette creation)
  • ColorHunt (curated color palettes)
  • Material Design Color Tool (Google's color system)
Our color picker is perfect for extracting and converting individual colors from these palettes.
Our color picker automatically converts between HEX, RGB, and HSL formats. For manual conversion:
  • HEX to RGB: Split into RR, GG, BB pairs and convert from hexadecimal to decimal
  • RGB to HSL: Use mathematical formulas to calculate hue, saturation, lightness
  • HSL to RGB: Convert hue to RGB values then adjust by saturation/lightness
For complex conversions, it's easiest to use an online tool like ours to ensure accuracy.

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