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Pick Colors from Images Free

Extract exact color codes from any image or convert between HEX, RGB, and HSL formats. Free and private.

Your images never leave your device. All processing happens in your browser.
Drop an image here or browse files
Supports JPG, PNG, WebP, GIF, BMP, and SVG — drop, browse, or paste from clipboard
Hover to preview, click to pick a color

Enter a Color

Accepts HEX (#ff5733), RGB (rgb(255, 87, 51)), or HSL (hsl(11, 100%, 60%))

RGB Sliders

Red 128
Green 128
Blue 128

HSL Sliders

Hue 0
Saturation 0
Lightness 50

How to Pick Colors from Images

  1. Upload your image — Drag and drop any image into the upload area, or click "browse files" to select one from your computer. JPG, PNG, WebP, GIF, and more are all supported.
  2. Hover to preview — Move your cursor over the image. A magnifying loupe follows your pointer, showing a zoomed-in view of the pixels beneath it so you can target the exact color you want.
  3. Click to pick — Click anywhere on the image to select that pixel's color. The selected color instantly appears in HEX, RGB, and HSL formats below the image.
  4. Copy the color code — Click the "Copy" button next to any format to copy it to your clipboard. Your last 10 picked colors are saved in the history strip for easy reference.

Understanding Color Formats (HEX, RGB, HSL)

Colors on screens are represented in different formats, each useful for different contexts. Understanding them helps you work more efficiently in design tools, CSS, and image editing software.

Format Example Best For
HEX #ff5733 CSS, web design, design tools. The most common web color format. Each pair of characters represents Red, Green, and Blue intensity in hexadecimal (00–ff).
RGB rgb(255, 87, 51) CSS, programming, image editing. Each value ranges from 0 to 255, representing the intensity of Red, Green, and Blue channels.
HSL hsl(11, 100%, 60%) Design work, creating color palettes. Hue is the color angle (0–360°), Saturation is the vividness (0–100%), and Lightness is the brightness (0–100%). Easier to reason about than RGB for adjusting shades and tints.

Common Uses for Color Pickers

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this color picker free?
Yes, completely free. No sign-up, no hidden fees. Pick colors from images and convert between color formats as much as you need.
Are my images uploaded to a server?
No. All processing happens locally in your browser using the HTML5 Canvas API. Your images never leave your device. We never see, store, or have access to your files. You could disconnect from the internet and the tool would still work.
What color formats are supported?
This tool supports HEX (e.g., #ff5733), RGB (e.g., rgb(255, 87, 51)), and HSL (e.g., hsl(11, 100%, 60%)). You can pick colors from images and instantly see them in all three formats, or type a color in any format and convert to the others.
How does the magnifying loupe work?
When you hover over an uploaded image, a circular magnifying loupe follows your cursor showing a zoomed-in view of the pixels around it. Click anywhere on the image to pick that pixel's exact color. The loupe makes it easy to select precise colors even from small details in the image.
Can I convert colors without uploading an image?
Yes. Switch to the "Color Converter" tab to type any HEX, RGB, or HSL color value. The tool auto-detects the format and converts it to all other formats instantly. You can also adjust colors using interactive RGB and HSL sliders.

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