Color Code Finder
Find and extract precise color codes for your web development or design projects. Our color code finder tool gives you instant HEX, RGB, and HSL values for any color you select.
Interactive Color Code Finder
Use our interactive tool below to find the perfect color and get all the color codes you need. Simply select a color using the picker and instantly see the HEX, RGB, and HSL values.
What Are Color Codes?
Color codes are standardized notation systems used to precisely define colors in digital environments. These codes are essential for web developers, designers, and digital artists to ensure color consistency across different platforms and devices.
There are several color code formats commonly used in web development and design:
- HEX codes: Six-digit hexadecimal codes preceded by a hash symbol (e.g., #FF5733)
- RGB values: Three numbers ranging from 0-255 representing Red, Green, and Blue (e.g., rgb(255, 87, 51))
- HSL values: Hue, Saturation, and Lightness values (e.g., hsl(12, 100%, 60%))
- Named colors: Standardized color names in CSS (e.g., "coral", "steelblue")
Our color code finder tool helps you identify and extract these color codes in various formats, making it easy to implement them in your web or design projects.
Understanding Different Color Formats
HEX Code Format
Coral Red
#FF5733
HEX codes use 6 hexadecimal digits (0-9, A-F) to represent colors, with 2 digits each for red, green, and blue components.
RGB Format
Material Blue
rgb(33, 150, 243)
RGB uses three values from 0-255 to represent the intensity of red, green, and blue channels.
HSL Format
Emerald Green
hsl(145, 63%, 42%)
HSL is more intuitive: Hue (0-360°), Saturation (0-100%), and Lightness (0-100%).
How to Find Color Codes
Using Our Color Picker Tool
The easiest way to find a color code is using our interactive color picker above:
- Select a color by clicking and dragging within the color field
- Adjust the hue using the vertical slider on the right
- Fine-tune values by entering specific numbers in the input fields
- Get your color codes in HEX, RGB, and HSL formats
- Copy the code in your preferred format with a single click
You can also explore color harmonies, shades, and tints by using the tabs in the tool.
Finding Color Codes from Images
To find color codes from images, you can use these approaches:
- Browser developer tools: Most modern browsers include a color picker in their developer tools that can sample colors from any webpage.
- Design software: Programs like Photoshop, GIMP, or Figma have eyedropper tools to sample colors and show their codes.
- Browser extensions: Tools like ColorZilla or Eye Dropper allow you to pick colors from any part of your browser.
- Screenshot tools: Many screenshot applications include color picking functionality.
Once you've identified a color from an image, you can enter its values into our color picker tool to explore similar colors or find harmonious combinations.
Pro Tips for Finding and Working with Color Codes
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Save your color palettes: Keep a record of color codes you use frequently in your projects for consistency.
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Use CSS variables: Store your color codes as CSS custom properties for easier management and updates.
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Check contrast ratios: Ensure your text and background color combinations meet accessibility standards (WCAG).
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Consider color blindness: Test your color choices with color blindness simulators to ensure they work for all users.
Common Color Codes Reference
Here are some frequently used colors in web development with their corresponding codes in different formats:
| Color | Name | HEX Code | RGB Value | HSL Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Red | #FF0000 | rgb(255, 0, 0) | hsl(0, 100%, 50%) | |
| Lime | #00FF00 | rgb(0, 255, 0) | hsl(120, 100%, 50%) | |
| Blue | #0000FF | rgb(0, 0, 255) | hsl(240, 100%, 50%) | |
| Yellow | #FFFF00 | rgb(255, 255, 0) | hsl(60, 100%, 50%) | |
| Cyan | #00FFFF | rgb(0, 255, 255) | hsl(180, 100%, 50%) | |
| Magenta | #FF00FF | rgb(255, 0, 255) | hsl(300, 100%, 50%) | |
| Black | #000000 | rgb(0, 0, 0) | hsl(0, 0%, 0%) | |
| White | #FFFFFF | rgb(255, 255, 255) | hsl(0, 0%, 100%) | |
| Gray | #808080 | rgb(128, 128, 128) | hsl(0, 0%, 50%) |
Frequently Asked Questions About Color Codes
How do I find the color code of an element on a webpage?
To find the color code of an element on a webpage, you can use your browser's developer tools. Right-click on the element and select "Inspect" or "Inspect Element". In the developer tools panel, look for the "Styles" or "Computed" tab, which will show the color values used for that element. Most modern browsers also include a color picker tool that lets you click directly on colors to see their codes.
Which color code format should I use for web development?
For web development, HEX codes (#RRGGBB) are the most commonly used format due to their compact notation and universal browser support. However, RGB and HSL have their advantages too. Use RGB when you need transparency (rgba()), and HSL when you need to programmatically adjust colors since it's more intuitive for brightness and saturation changes. Modern browsers support all three formats, so you can choose based on your specific needs.
How do I convert between color code formats?
You can convert between color code formats using our color picker tool above. Simply input a color in one format, and the tool will automatically display its equivalent in other formats. For manual conversion, you'll need to use mathematical formulas: HEX to RGB involves converting hexadecimal to decimal, RGB to HSL involves finding the maximum and minimum RGB values and calculating proportions, and so on. Most design tools and programming libraries also offer built-in conversion functions.
How do I find a color from an image?
To find colors from an image, you can use an eyedropper or color picker tool from graphics software like Photoshop, GIMP, or online tools. Simply upload your image to the tool, use the eyedropper to click on the desired color, and the tool will display its color code. Browser extensions like ColorZilla also allow you to pick colors from any image on the web. Once you have the color, you can input it into our color picker tool to explore variations or harmonious combinations.
What are websafe colors?
Websafe colors are a palette of 216 colors that were designed to display consistently across different computers and browsers in the early days of the web, when many monitors could only display 256 colors. Each websafe color has RGB values that are multiples of 51 (0, 51, 102, 153, 204, 255), resulting in HEX values using only 00, 33, 66, 99, CC, and FF. While modern displays support millions of colors, making the websafe palette less relevant today, these colors are still sometimes used as a starting point for web design color schemes.
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