Color Code Converter — All Formats
Convert between HEX, RGB, HSL, and CMYK. Input any format, get all formats plus preview. Essential for designers and developers.
Why This Technology Metric Matters
Why: Designers and developers need to convert between color formats for web, print, and design tools.
How: Input is parsed into RGB. From RGB we derive HEX, HSL, and CMYK.
- ●HEX and RGB are CSS standards
- ●HSL is great for palettes
- ●CMYK for print
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HEX shorthand: #f00 = #ff0000
— CSS
CMYK: Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, Key
Color code converter converts between HEX, RGB, HSL, and CMYK. All formats use RGB as intermediate. HEX uses 6 digits; RGB 0-255 per channel; HSL hue 0-360; CMYK for print.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between HEX and RGB?
HEX is a compact 6-digit hex representation (#FF0000). RGB uses decimal values 0-255 for each channel. Both represent the same color; HEX is common in web CSS.
When should I use HSL?
HSL is useful for programmatic color manipulation - adjusting lightness or saturation while keeping hue constant. Great for generating color palettes.
What is CMYK used for?
CMYK (Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, Key/Black) is used in print. Screens use RGB; printers use CMYK. Converting between them can cause slight color shifts.
Can I use shorthand HEX like #f00?
Yes. #f00 expands to #ff0000 (red). Each digit is duplicated: #abc = #aabbcc.
Why do colors look different in print?
RGB has a wider gamut than CMYK. Some screen colors cannot be reproduced exactly in print.
What about alpha/transparency?
This tool handles opaque colors. For transparency use rgba() or 8-digit HEX (#RRGGBBAA).
⚠️ Disclaimer: Color conversions are approximate. Screen and print rendering may vary.