Question 1

What formats can I convert?

Accepted Answer

Hex, RGB, HSL, and CMYK.

Question 2

Can I sample a color from a photo?

Accepted Answer

No. Type a value or use the picker. There is no eyedropper for an upload.

Question 3

Does the color leave the tab?

Accepted Answer

No. Conversion runs in the browser.

Question 4

Is CMYK print-accurate?

Accepted Answer

No. It is a simple conversion, not a printer ICC profile.

Question 5

What is HSL for?

Accepted Answer

Hue, saturation, and lightness. Easier when you want a slightly lighter or duller version of the same hue.

Question 6

Can I build a palette here?

Accepted Answer

No. This page is one color. Use Palette Generator.

Question 7

Can I build a gradient here?

Accepted Answer

No. Use Gradient Generator.

Question 8

Are values stored?

Accepted Answer

No. Close the tab and they are gone.

Question 9

Does this work offline after load?

Accepted Answer

Yes.

Question 10

Will screen and print match?

Accepted Answer

Often no. RGB is light. CMYK is ink. Bright screen colors can shift in print.

Question 11

Is this an accessibility contrast checker?

Accepted Answer

No. It only converts color numbers.

Color Picker - HEX, RGB, HSL, and CMYK Converter