Color Code Converter
Convert and pick colors between HEX, RGB, HSL, and CMYK formats.
How to Use Color Code Converter
- Enter a color value in any format — type a HEX code (#FF5733), set RGB values (255, 87, 51), adjust HSL values, or enter CMYK percentages.
- All other color formats update automatically and instantly. Use the visual color picker or HSL sliders for intuitive color selection.
- Copy any color format value with the copy button next to each format. The large color preview shows your selected color in context.
About Color Code Converter
The Color Code Converter is a bi-directional color format converter and picker that lets you seamlessly work across HEX, RGB, HSL, and CMYK color spaces. Web developers, designers, and print professionals constantly need to convert between these formats: HEX for CSS and web design, RGB for digital screens, HSL for intuitive color manipulation, and CMYK for print production. Our tool provides a large visual color preview with a native color picker, individual input fields for each format, and interactive HSL sliders for fine-tuning hue, saturation, and lightness. Every input is bi-directional — change any value in any format and all others update in real-time. The one-click copy buttons next to each format make it effortless to grab the exact color code you need for your project.
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the difference between HEX and RGB?
HEX and RGB represent the same color model (Red, Green, Blue) in different notations. HEX uses hexadecimal (#FF5733), while RGB uses decimal values (255, 87, 51). They're interchangeable for digital screens — HEX is preferred in CSS shorthand, while RGB is used in CSS functions and design tools.
When should I use HSL vs RGB?
HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) is more intuitive for humans because you can easily create lighter/darker tints or more/less saturated versions by adjusting a single value. RGB is more technical and maps directly to screen hardware. Use HSL for design work and RGB/HEX for code.
What is CMYK used for?
CMYK (Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, Key/Black) is the color model used in printing. When designing for print materials (business cards, brochures, posters), you need CMYK values. Note that the RGB-to-CMYK conversion is approximate since CMYK has a smaller color gamut than RGB.
Can I use the browser's native color picker?
Yes! Click the 'Pick Color' button on the color preview to open your browser's native color picker. This lets you visually select any color, and all format fields will update automatically.
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