Visual Picker
Use the native color picker to select any color from the full spectrum with precision.
Color Picker Online
What Is a Color Picker & Converter?
A color picker lets you visually select any color and instantly see its value in multiple formats. Our tool converts between HEX, RGB, and HSL in real-time, making it easy to grab the exact color code you need for CSS, Tailwind, Figma, or any design tool. One-click copy gets the value into your clipboard instantly.
Key Features
Instant Conversion
See HEX, RGB, and HSL values update simultaneously as you pick or type.
One-Click Copy
Copy any format to your clipboard with a single click. Ready for CSS, Sass, or Tailwind.
How to Use the Color Picker
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Pick or Type a ColorClick the color swatch to open the visual picker, or type a HEX code directly (e.g.
#3b82f6).2
See All FormatsHEX, RGB, and HSL values update in real-time as you pick. The color preview reflects your selection instantly.
3
Copy the FormatClick the copy button next to HEX, RGB, or HSL to copy that value for CSS, Tailwind, or Figma.
Color Format Guide
HEX Colors
Six-digit hexadecimal notation like #3b82f6. Most compact format, widely used in CSS and design tools.
RGB Colors
Red, Green, Blue channels as rgb(59, 130, 246). Each value ranges 0–255. Best for programmatic color manipulation.
HSL Colors
Hue (0–360°), Saturation, Lightness as hsl(217, 91%, 60%). Ideal for creating harmonious color palettes.
When to Use Which?
HEX for short CSS values, RGB for dynamic JS manipulation, HSL for theme systems and palette generation.
CSS Color Workflow
Pick a Base Color
Use the visual picker or paste a HEX value to start from a brand, design token, Tailwind color, or CSS variable.
Copy the Format You Need
Use HEX for compact CSS, RGB for JavaScript manipulation, or HSL for theme systems and palette adjustments.
Use HSL for Variants
Keep the same hue and adjust saturation or lightness to create hover states, borders, backgrounds, and muted UI states.
Check the Preview
The live preview helps you confirm the color before copying it into CSS, Figma, design tokens, or documentation.
Color Picker Use Cases
Frontend CSS
Convert picked colors into CSS-ready HEX, RGB, or HSL values for buttons, cards, borders, and backgrounds.
Design Systems
Create consistent color tokens and verify exact color values before adding them to a design system.
Figma and Mockups
Copy matching color values from browser tools into Figma, Sketch, or other design apps.
Theme Development
Use HSL values to make light/dark variants, hover colors, and accessible contrast experiments.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between HEX, RGB, and HSL?
HEX (#3b82f6) is a compact hexadecimal notation. RGB (rgb(59, 130, 246)) describes red, green, and blue channels. HSL (hsl(217, 91%, 60%)) describes hue, saturation, and lightness. All three can represent the same color.
Which color format should I use in CSS?
All work in CSS. HEX is most common and compact. HSL is best for creating themes because you can easily adjust lightness or saturation. RGB is useful for dynamic manipulation in JavaScript.
Can I enter a HEX code directly?
Yes. Type or paste any valid HEX code (e.g., #ff6600) into the HEX input field. The color picker, RGB, and HSL values all update automatically.
Does this support CSS color names?
The tool works with HEX values. To convert a CSS color name, look up its HEX equivalent (e.g., "coral" is #ff7f50) and enter it in the picker.
Why use HSL instead of HEX?
HSL is easier when creating themes because you can keep the hue fixed while changing saturation and lightness for hover states, disabled states, and background shades.