Free Online Color Picker - Extract Colors from Images
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#6366f1
rgb(99, 102, 241)
hsl(239, 84%, 67%)
cmyk(59%, 58%, 0%, 5%)
Click or drag an image here
Supports JPG, PNG, GIF formats
Recently Used Colors
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Color Format Guide
HEX Hexadecimal
#RRGGBB format, most commonly used in web development, e.g. #FF5733.
RGB Primary Colors
Red, green, blue values from 0-255, e.g. rgb(255, 87, 51).
HSL Hue/Saturation
Hue, saturation, lightness - more intuitive for color adjustments.
CMYK Print Colors
Cyan, magenta, yellow, black - used for printing and publishing.
Image Color Picking
Upload an image and click anywhere to extract the exact color at that point.
One-Click Copy
Click the copy button to instantly copy color codes in any format.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I pick a color from an image?
Click the Pick from Image tab, upload an image, then click anywhere on the image to extract the color at that point.
Which color format should I use for web development?
HEX format (#FF5733) is recommended for its simplicity. Use RGBA format (rgba(255,87,51,0.5)) when you need transparency.
Which format is best for print design?
Use CMYK format for print design, as printers use cyan, magenta, yellow, and black inks, which differ from screen RGB display.
How long is color history saved?
Color history is stored in your browser's local storage, up to 20 colors. Clearing browser data will erase the history.
How can I find a lighter or darker shade of a color I've picked?
After picking a color with our tool, you'll see its HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) values. To find a lighter shade, simply increase the 'Lightness' value. For a darker shade, decrease it. This method provides precise control for creating color variations, perfect for UI elements like hover states or text contrast, while maintaining the original hue and saturation.
How do I convert a known HEX color code into RGB, HSL, or CMYK formats using this tool?
To convert a known color code like HEX into other formats, go to the 'Enter Color Code' tab. Input your HEX value (e.g., #FF5733) into the designated field. The tool will immediately show you the equivalent RGB, HSL, and CMYK values. This allows for quick conversion and easy copying of any format you need for web design, print, or other creative projects.
How do I use the interactive color palette to precisely select a custom color and instantly view its HEX, RGB, and HSL codes?
Navigate to the 'Color Palette' tab. Here, you can click and drag the selector on the main color square to choose your desired hue and saturation. Adjust the slider below to fine-tune the lightness. As you adjust, the tool immediately displays the corresponding HEX, RGB, HSL, and CMYK values, making it easy to copy the exact code needed for your web development, graphic design, or UI/UX projects.
Which image file formats does this online color picker support for extracting colors?
Our free online color picker tool supports most common image file formats, including JPEG (.jpg, .jpeg), PNG (.png), and GIF (.gif). You can easily upload these image types to accurately extract colors from any part of your design or photo. If you have an image in a less common format, you might need to convert it to one of the supported types first using a separate converter tool.
How to Use the Color Picker
- Use the color palette or native picker to select a color
- Or switch to Image mode and upload a photo to pick colors
- Or enter HEX/RGB values directly in the Input tab
- View the color in HEX, RGB, HSL and CMYK formats
- Click Copy to copy any color format to clipboard
- Recent colors are saved automatically for quick access
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Images are processed locally in your browser, never uploaded to any server.