Color Tools
Professional color picker, converter, and palette generator with accessibility checker and color psychology insights. Convert between HEX, RGB, and HSL formats. Create beautiful color schemes and ensure WCAG compliance for your projects.
What are Color Tools?
Our Color Tools provide everything you need to work with colors in web design and development. Pick colors, convert between different formats (HEX, RGB, HSL), generate harmonious color palettes, check accessibility compliance, and understand the psychology behind colors.
Color Picker
Pick and preview colors instantly
Format Converter
Convert HEX, RGB, and HSL
Accessibility Check
WCAG contrast compliance
Color Psychology
Understand color meanings
Color Picker & Converter
rgb(59, 130, 246)hsl(217, 90%, 59%)♿ Accessibility Checker (WCAG)
Sample Text
The quick brown fox jumps over the lazy dog.
Large Text Example
Contrast Ratio
Tip: AA compliance is the minimum standard for web accessibility. AAA provides enhanced accessibility but is not required for most websites.
Color Palette Generator
How to Use Color Tools
Select a Color
Use the color picker or enter a HEX code. Click "Random" for inspiration.
Check Accessibility
Verify WCAG contrast ratios to ensure your colors are accessible to all users.
Generate Palette
Choose a color scheme type to generate harmonious color combinations.
Copy & Use
Copy color codes in your preferred format for use in CSS, design tools, or code.
Common Use Cases
- ✓Web Design: Create cohesive color schemes for websites and web applications that follow color theory principles.
- ✓Accessibility Testing: Ensure your color combinations meet WCAG standards for users with visual impairments.
- ✓Brand Development: Generate primary, secondary, and accent colors that work harmoniously together.
- ✓Color Psychology: Choose colors that evoke the right emotions and align with your brand message.
- ✓CSS Development: Convert between color formats for different CSS properties and browser compatibility.
Color Scheme Guide
Analogous
Colors adjacent on the color wheel. Creates harmonious, serene designs perfect for nature-themed projects.
Complementary
Colors opposite each other on the wheel. High contrast, vibrant combinations ideal for call-to-action elements.
Triadic
Three evenly spaced colors. Balanced and vibrant, great for diverse, colorful designs.
Monochromatic
Variations of a single hue. Clean, elegant, and easy to implement with consistent branding.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between HEX, RGB, and HSL?
HEX is a hexadecimal representation (e.g., #3b82f6). RGB uses red, green, and blue values (0-255). HSL uses hue (0-360°), saturation (%), and lightness (%) - often more intuitive for adjusting colors.
What are WCAG contrast requirements?
WCAG (Web Content Accessibility Guidelines) recommends minimum contrast ratios for text readability. AA level requires 4.5:1 for normal text and 3:1 for large text. AAA level requires 7:1 for normal text and 4.5:1 for large text.
How does color psychology affect design?
Colors evoke emotional responses and associations. For example, blue conveys trust and professionalism (popular in finance and tech), while red creates urgency (common in sales). Understanding these associations helps create more effective designs.
Can I use these colors commercially?
Absolutely! All colors generated are free to use for any purpose, including commercial projects. No attribution required.
Why do my colors look different on different screens?
Colors can vary due to different display technologies, color profiles, and calibration. For critical color work, consider using standardized color systems like Pantone for print or testing on multiple devices.
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