Color Converter
Convert colors between different formats instantly. Perfect for web design, graphic design, and development work.
HEX
#3B82F6
Hexadecimal color code
RGB
rgb(59, 130, 246)
HSL
hsl(217, 91%, 60%)
CMYK
76%
47%
0%
4%
For print design (read-only)
Colors are converted in real-time as you type. CMYK values are calculated from RGB and may not be exact for print production.
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Understanding Color Formats
Different color formats serve different purposes in design and development. Understanding when to use each format helps streamline your workflow.
Color Format Guide
- HEX (#RRGGBB): The most common format for web design. Compact and widely supported in CSS. Example: #3B82F6
- RGB (Red, Green, Blue): Intuitive format based on light colors. Each value ranges from 0-255. Great for programmatic color manipulation. Example: rgb(59, 130, 246)
- HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness): Most human-friendly format. Makes it easy to create color variations by adjusting saturation or lightness. Example: hsl(217, 91%, 60%)
- CMYK (Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, Black): Used in print design. Represents colors as ink percentages. Note: RGB to CMYK conversion is approximate. Example: cmyk(76%, 47%, 0%, 4%)
When to Use Each Format
- Web Development: HEX or RGB (HSL for dynamic theming)
- CSS Variables: HSL (easiest to create color scales)
- JavaScript: RGB (easiest to manipulate programmatically)
- Print Design: CMYK (required by most print services)