Image Color Picker
Upload or paste an image and click anywhere to get the exact color as HEX, RGB, HSL and CMYK. A zoom loupe helps you hit the right pixel, and the main colors of the image are pulled out as a palette.
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You can also paste a screenshot with Ctrl+V or ⌘V.
Picked colors
Palette from this image
How to pick a color from an image
- Drop in an image, choose one from your device, or paste a screenshot.
- Move over the image to see a magnified view, then click (or tap) the spot you want. The color appears with its HEX, RGB, HSL and CMYK codes, each with a copy button.
- Every color you pick is kept in the “Picked colors” row. Below that, the palette shows the image’s main colors, sized by how much of the picture they cover.
Getting the exact color
Photos are made of pixels that vary slightly even in areas that look flat, especially in JPGs. If neighbouring pixels differ, switch the sample size to a 3 × 3 or 5 × 5 average to get the typical color of that area rather than one stray pixel. For logos, screenshots and flat graphics, keep it on 1 pixel for an exact match.
In Chrome and Edge, “Pick from anywhere on screen” uses your browser’s built-in eyedropper to grab a color from any window or app, not just the uploaded image.
Color code formats
| Format | Example | Used for |
|---|---|---|
| HEX | #4F46E5 | Websites, CSS, design apps |
| RGB | rgb(79, 70, 229) | Screens, CSS, image editors |
| HSL | hsl(243, 75%, 59%) | Making lighter or darker shades |
| CMYK | cmyk(66%, 69%, 0%, 10%) | Print (approximate) |
CMYK values here are a simple conversion. For professional printing, ask your printer for their color profile, since inks and paper change how colors come out.
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Frequently asked questions
How is the palette chosen?
The image is shrunk and its pixels are grouped into clusters of similar color (k-means clustering). Each swatch is the average of one cluster, and its width shows how much of the image it covers.
Why does my picked color look different from the original design?
JPG compression and color profiles can shift colors slightly. If you have the original file in PNG format, use that for exact brand colors.
Can I pick colors from a website?
Take a screenshot and paste it here, or use “Pick from anywhere on screen” in Chrome or Edge.
Does it work with transparent PNGs?
Yes. Transparent pixels are ignored when building the palette.
Are my files uploaded anywhere?
No. Everything happens inside your browser tab, so your files never leave your device and nothing is stored on a server.