Color Converter & Palette Generator

Convert between HEX, RGB, HSL and CMYK, then generate tints, shades, complementary, triadic, and analogous palettes — all in your browser.

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Palette Generator

Click any color to set it as your new base.

Tints (lighter)

#5895F7
#76A8F9
#93BAFA
#B1CDFB
#CEE0FD

Shades (darker)

#326FD1
#295BAC
#204887
#183462
#0F213E

Complementary

#3B82F6
#F6AF3C

Triadic

#3B82F6
#F63C83
#83F63C

Analogous

#3CF6ED
#3CC1F6
#3B82F6
#3C45F6
#713CF6

CSS Variables Export

Drop these custom properties into your stylesheet to use the full palette.

How designers use color palettes

Brand systems

Pick a primary, then derive tints and shades for backgrounds, hovers, and borders — keeping a consistent visual identity.

Accessible UI states

Use shades for pressed/active states and tints for muted or disabled surfaces to maintain hierarchy.

Data visualization

Analogous palettes work for ordered/sequential data; triadic and complementary palettes highlight categories.

Marketing & illustration

Complementary pairs add punch to calls-to-action, while analogous schemes feel harmonious for hero sections.

Frequently asked questions