Pick Color From Image — HEX RGB HSL
Pick colors from images or a gradient. Get HEX, RGB, HSL with one-click copy. Save your palette.
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Finding the exact color code from an image is essential for web design, graphic design, branding, and social media content creation. Creatorr's free color picker lets you extract HEX, RGB, and HSL codes from any pixel in your image with a single click. Here is how to use it:
- Upload your image — Drag and drop a JPG, PNG, WEBP, or GIF file into the upload area, or click to browse. The image loads onto a canvas for pixel-level color sampling.
- Hover to preview — Move your cursor over the image and watch the magnifier loupe show a zoomed view of the pixels beneath. The HEX, RGB, and HSL codes update in real time.
- Click to save — Click any pixel to add its color to your saved palette (up to 10 colors). The palette persists between sessions using your browser's local storage.
- Copy the code — Click any color value (HEX, RGB, or HSL) to copy it to your clipboard instantly. Paste it into your CSS, design tool, or color field.
Why Use Creatorr's Color Picker?
There are plenty of color pickers online, but most only offer a gradient wheel without the ability to sample from real images. Creatorr's picker gives you both modes plus advanced features that designers actually need:
- Image color sampling — Upload any image and click directly on pixels to get their exact color codes. Perfect for matching brand colors from logos or photos.
- Magnifier loupe — A zoomed circular preview follows your cursor, making it easy to pick the exact pixel even on complex images.
- Three color formats — Get HEX for web development, RGB for design tools, and HSL for CSS directly. All three update simultaneously.
- Manual gradient picker — Switch to Manual mode to pick colors from a saturation/brightness gradient with a hue slider. Great when you don't have a reference image.
- EyeDropper API — In supported browsers (Chrome, Edge), use the Pick from Screen button to sample any color visible on your screen, even from other apps.
- Persistent palette — Save up to 10 colors between sessions. Remove colors individually or build a complete palette for your project.
- Complete privacy — Your images never leave your device. Everything runs in the browser using the Canvas API.
Understanding HEX, RGB, and HSL Color Codes
Color codes are used differently depending on the context. Here is when to use each format:
- HEX (#06b6d4) — The most common format for web development. Used in CSS, HTML attributes, and design tools like Figma, Sketch, and Photoshop. Six hexadecimal digits representing red, green, and blue channels.
- RGB (6, 182, 212) — Used in CSS rgb() functions, JavaScript canvas operations, and many programming languages. Three integers from 0 to 255 for red, green, and blue.
- HSL (187°, 94%, 43%) — Stands for Hue, Saturation, Lightness. Often preferred by designers because adjusting a single value (like lightness) creates predictable shade variations. Used in CSS hsl() functions.
How to Find the Right Color for Your Project
Start by uploading a reference image that represents the mood or style you want. This could be a photo, a competitor's website screenshot, or a mood board image. Click on different areas to build a palette of 5 to 7 colors. Use the HEX codes in your CSS or design tool. For color harmony, pick a primary color and then use HSL to create lighter and darker variants by adjusting the L (lightness) value. For example, if your primary is HSL(187, 94%, 43%), a lighter tint would be HSL(187, 94%, 70%) and a darker shade would be HSL(187, 94%, 25%). Check our blog post on finding HEX colors from images for more detailed tips.
Tips for Using Color Codes in Web Design
- Use CSS custom properties — Define your colors as variables (--primary: #06b6d4) and reference them throughout your stylesheet for easy theming.
- Check contrast ratios — Ensure text is readable by maintaining a contrast ratio of at least 4.5:1 between text color and background color for WCAG AA compliance.
- Limit your palette — Use 3 to 5 main colors plus neutral shades. Too many colors create visual noise and hurt consistency.
- Test in dark mode — Colors that look great on white backgrounds often need adjustment for dark themes. Use HSL to quickly create dark mode variants.
- Consider color blindness — Avoid relying solely on red/green to convey information. Use shapes, labels, or high-contrast alternatives alongside color.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find the HEX color of a pixel in an image?
Upload your image, hover over the pixel you want, and the HEX code appears instantly below the canvas. Click the HEX value to copy it to your clipboard.
Can I pick a color from any part of my screen?
Yes, if you use Chrome or Edge. Click the Pick from Screen button to activate the EyeDropper API, which lets you sample any color visible on your monitor.
How many colors can I save to the palette?
You can save up to 10 colors. The palette is stored in localStorage and persists between visits. Remove colors by hovering over a swatch and clicking the X button.
What is the difference between HEX and RGB?
They represent the same thing (red, green, blue channels) in different notation. HEX uses base-16 (#ff0000) and RGB uses decimal (255, 0, 0). Use whichever your tool or code requires.
Does the tool work on mobile?
Yes. Touch support is built in for the image picker, though the magnifier loupe works best with a mouse. The manual gradient picker and palette work fully on touch devices.