Free Color Picker & Palette Extractor
Pick colors from images and extract color palettes. Get HEX, RGB, HSL values and export as CSS.
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Pick colors from any image
How to Use
- Upload any image to start picking colors
- Click anywhere on the image to pick that exact color
- View color in HEX, RGB, and HSL formats
- Automatically extracts a 10-color palette from the image
- Click palette colors to view their values
- Download palette as CSS variables for your projects
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Everything You Need to Know
Complete guide, features, use cases, and frequently asked questions
What is a Color Picker Tool? Complete Guide
A color picker tool extracts exact colors from images by clicking any pixel and instantly providing HEX, RGB, and HSL color values. Our 2026 color picker goes beyond basic tools with automatic 10-color palette extraction, showing the most prominent colors in your image. Perfect for designers, developers, and anyone needing to match colors from photos, artwork, logos, or designs. Get color codes ready for use in CSS, design software, or documentation, with one-click copying and CSS export. Unlike traditional color pickers that only show single color values, our tool provides comprehensive palette analysis for complete color scheme creation.
How to Pick Colors from Images
- Upload any image by clicking the upload area
- Click anywhere on the uploaded image to pick that exact color
- View picked color in HEX, RGB, and HSL formats simultaneously
- Copy any color format with one-click copy buttons
- Browse the automatically extracted 10-color palette
- Click any palette color to view its values
- See color swatches with HEX and RGB values for each palette color
- Click "Download CSS" to export palette as CSS variables file
Key Features
Click-to-Pick Colors
Click any pixel on your image to instantly get its exact color values in HEX, RGB, and HSL formats.
Automatic Palette Extraction
Intelligent algorithm analyzes your image and extracts the 10 most prominent colors as a ready-to-use palette.
Multiple Color Formats
Get color values in HEX (#FF5733), RGB (rgb(255, 87, 51)), and HSL (hsl(12, 100%, 60%)) formats simultaneously.
One-Click Copy
Copy any color format to clipboard with a single click - perfect for pasting into design software or code.
CSS Variable Export
Download extracted palette as CSS file with variables (--color-1, --color-2, etc.) ready for web projects.
Visual Color Swatches
Large color preview swatches show exact colors with their codes for easy visualization and selection.
Common Use Cases
Design Color Matching
Pick exact colors from reference images, inspiration photos, or existing designs to match colors perfectly in your projects.
Brand Color Extraction
Extract brand colors from logos, marketing materials, or product photos to build consistent brand palettes.
Web Development
Get HEX and RGB values for CSS styling, and export palettes as CSS variables for design systems.
UI/UX Design
Build color schemes by extracting harmonious palettes from photos, artwork, or nature photography.
Photo Editing
Pick colors from photos to use in graphics, text overlays, or color grading for consistent aesthetics.
Print Design
Get RGB values for digital work or convert to CMYK for print projects, ensuring color accuracy across media.
Why Choose Our Color Picker
- ✓Click any pixel to get instant color values
- ✓Automatic extraction of 10-color palette
- ✓Three formats simultaneously: HEX, RGB, and HSL
- ✓One-click copy for every color format
- ✓Visual color swatches for easy preview
- ✓CSS variable export for web projects
- ✓Works with any image format
- ✓No limits on image size or number of colors
- ✓All processing in browser - complete privacy
- ✓Free forever with unlimited color picking
Color Picker Comparison - How We Compare to Competitors
| Feature | 10xTools Color Picker | Adobe Color | Coolors | Paletton | ColorZilla | Canva Color Picker |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price (Free Forever) | ✅ 100% Free | ✅ Free | ❌ Freemium | ✅ Free | ✅ Free | ❌ Freemium |
| Auto Palette Extraction | ✅ 10 Colors | ❌ Manual Only | ❌ Manual Only | ❌ Manual Only | ❌ Manual Only | ❌ Manual Only |
| Multiple Color Formats | ✅ HEX/RGB/HSL | ✅ Many Formats | ✅ HEX/RGB | ✅ HEX/RGB/HSL | ✅ HEX/RGB/HSL | ✅ Many Formats |
| CSS Variable Export | ✅ Supported | ✅ Supported | ❌ Not Available | ❌ Not Available | ❌ Not Available | ❌ Not Available |
| No Upload Required | ✅ No Upload | ❌ Cloud Upload | ❌ Cloud Upload | ✅ No Upload | ✅ No Upload | ❌ Cloud Upload |
| Privacy (Client-Side) | ✅ 100% Private | ❌ Cloud Upload | ❌ Cloud Upload | ✅ 100% Private | ✅ 100% Private | ❌ Cloud Upload |
| No Registration | ✅ No Signup | ❌ Account Required | ❌ Account Required | ✅ No Signup | ✅ No Signup | ❌ Account Required |
| No Watermarks | ✅ No Watermarks | ✅ No Watermarks | ✅ No Watermarks | ✅ No Watermarks | ✅ No Watermarks | ✅ No Watermarks |
| Unlimited Usage | ✅ Unlimited | ✅ Unlimited | ❌ Limited | ✅ Unlimited | ✅ Unlimited | ❌ Limited |
| One-Click Copy | ✅ All Formats | ✅ Supported | ✅ Supported | ❌ Not Available | ✅ Supported | ✅ Supported |
✅ = Feature Available | ❌ = Not Available or Limited
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I pick a specific color from an image?
Simply click on any part of the uploaded image. The exact color of that pixel will be displayed with HEX, RGB, and HSL values you can copy.
What is the color palette feature?
The tool automatically analyzes your image and extracts the 10 most frequently occurring colors, creating a palette that represents the dominant colors in your image.
What is the difference between HEX, RGB, and HSL?
HEX is web-standard (#FF5733), RGB shows red/green/blue values (0-255), and HSL shows hue/saturation/lightness. All represent the same color in different formats for different use cases.
Can I use picked colors in CSS?
Yes! All three formats (HEX, RGB, HSL) work in CSS. Use the copy button and paste directly into your stylesheets.
How do I export the color palette?
Click "Download CSS" below the palette. This generates a .css file with CSS variables (--color-1, --color-2, etc.) you can import into your project.
Can I pick colors from photographs?
Yes! The tool works with any image type including photos, graphics, logos, artwork, screenshots, and more.
Why do I get different colors when clicking nearby pixels?
Photos contain subtle color variations even in areas that look uniform. Each pixel can have a slightly different color value.
Is my image uploaded to your server?
No! All color picking and palette extraction happens in your browser. Your images never leave your device.
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