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Color Converter

Convert color values across common web formats without losing visual intent.

Color conversions run locally in your browser; displayed values depend on supported precision and rounding.

Color Preview
Current Color#3b82f6

Use the inputs below to convert between different color formats. The preview updates in real-time as you type.

HEX
Hexadecimal color notation (#RRGGBB)
RGB
Red, Green, Blue (0-255 each)
HSL
Hue, Saturation, Lightness
HSV
Hue, Saturation, Value/Brightness
CMYK
Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, Key (Black) - Used in printing

How to use this tool

  1. Enter a color in HEX, RGB, HSL, or HSV format.
  2. Review converted values and the live preview swatch.
  3. Copy the target format for CSS, tokens, or design documentation.

About Color Converter

This utility translates color values across formats commonly used in UI design and frontend code. It helps you keep color intent consistent when moving between design tools, style sheets, and component tokens.

Common use cases

  • Converting brand palette values into CSS-ready formats
  • Translating design handoff colors into component tokens
  • Checking equivalent values while prototyping themes

FAQ

What color formats can this converter handle?
The converter supports HEX, RGB, HSL, and HSV color formats used in most web and design workflows. You can enter any supported format and get equivalent values in the others.
Does converting between HEX, RGB, HSL, and HSV change the color?
No, conversion changes representation, not intended color. Small numeric differences can appear from rounding, especially when formats use different precision.
Can I use shorthand HEX values like #fff?
Yes, shorthand HEX values are expanded to full six-digit form before conversion. The resulting RGB, HSL, and HSV outputs represent the same color.
When should I edit colors in HSL instead of RGB?
HSL is easier when you want to tune hue, saturation, or lightness by intent. RGB is often better when matching channel-level values from graphics APIs or existing CSS.

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