Color Picker / Converter
Convert colors between HEX, RGB, HSL formats with this online color converter tool.
Color Preview
Color Values
Color Output
HEX
#3378FF
RGB
rgb(51, 120, 255)
HSL
hsl(220, 100%, 60%)
Color Presets
About Color Picker / Converter
Color Formats Explained
- HEX: Six-digit hexadecimal code (#RRGGBB) used in CSS and design
- RGB: Red, Green, Blue values (0-255) defining a color
- HSL: Hue (0-360°), Saturation (0-100%), Lightness (0-100%)
- Alpha Channel: Transparency value between 0 (transparent) and 1 (opaque)
Common Use Cases
- Web development and CSS styling
- Graphic design and digital art
- Converting between color formats for different applications
- Creating color schemes and palettes
- Adjusting colors with precise control over components
- Adding transparency to colors for overlay effects
Frequently Asked Questions
What color formats can I convert between?
This tool supports conversion between the three most common color formats: HEX (hexadecimal), RGB (Red, Green, Blue), and HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness). All conversions are bidirectional, so you can convert from any format to any other format.
How do I use the color picker?
Click on the color preview square to open the color picker interface. You can then click on any area of the color spectrum to select your desired color. The tool will automatically convert and display the color in all supported formats.
Can I enter colors manually instead of using the picker?
Yes! You can manually enter color values in any of the supported formats. Type your HEX code (with or without #), RGB values, or HSL values in the respective input fields, and the tool will automatically convert to the other formats.
What is the difference between RGB and HSL color formats?
RGB represents colors using Red, Green, and Blue values (0-255), which is how screens display colors. HSL uses Hue (0-360°), Saturation (0-100%), and Lightness (0-100%), which is more intuitive for humans as it separates color from brightness and intensity.
Does this tool support transparency/alpha values?
Yes, you can enable alpha transparency support using the "Include Alpha" toggle. When enabled, you can set transparency values and get RGBA and HSLA color formats with alpha channel values.
How accurate are the color conversions?
The conversions are mathematically precise and follow standard color conversion formulas. The tool uses exact calculations to ensure perfect accuracy between all supported color formats.
Can I copy the color values to use in my projects?
Absolutely! Each color format has a copy button that lets you copy the exact color value to your clipboard. You can then paste these values directly into your CSS, design software, or any other application.
What are HEX color codes and how do they work?
HEX codes are 6-character codes that represent colors using hexadecimal notation. They start with # followed by six characters (0-9, A-F) representing Red, Green, and Blue values. For example, #FF0000 represents pure red.
Is this tool useful for web development?
Yes! This tool is perfect for web developers who need to convert between color formats for CSS, HTML, and design work. All output formats are ready to use in web development projects without modification.
Can I use this tool to match colors from existing designs?
While this tool helps you convert and work with known color values, for extracting colors from existing images or designs, you might want to use our Color Palette Extractor tool, which can analyze images and extract their dominant colors.