Color Picker & Code Converter
Pick a color to get HEX, RGB, and HSL values with one-click copy. Instantly check WCAG AA/AAA contrast ratios against white and black, and generate a 5-shade palette for your design system.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I convert HEX to RGB?▼
Enter a hex color code (like #3B82F6) in the picker. The tool instantly shows the RGB equivalent (59, 130, 246). Each pair of hex digits represents red, green, and blue intensity from 0-255.
What is WCAG contrast ratio?▼
WCAG contrast ratio measures the luminance difference between text and background colors. A ratio of 4.5:1 is required for AA compliance (normal text), and 7:1 for AAA. This tool checks your color against white and black backgrounds automatically.
What is the difference between HEX, RGB, and HSL?▼
HEX (#FF5733) is a compact hexadecimal format popular in CSS. RGB (255, 87, 51) defines red, green, blue intensity 0-255. HSL (11°, 100%, 60%) uses hue (color wheel degree), saturation (vividness), and lightness (brightness) — often more intuitive for designers.
How do I generate a color palette from one color?▼
Pick a base color and the tool generates a 5-shade palette from light to dark. These shades maintain the same hue but vary in lightness, perfect for creating consistent design systems with primary, hover, active, and background variants.
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