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Convert Between Color Formats

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Convert between HEX, RGB, HSL, and CMYK color formats. Preview colors and copy CSS-ready values.

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Color Format Guide
When to Use Each Format

Formats

HEX: web (#FF5733)। RGB: screen (255,87,51)। CMYK: print (0,66,80,0)। Screen colors (RGB) and print (CMYK) differ — vibrant screen colors may look dull in print।

When Which

Website/app: HEX/RGB। Canva/design: HSL। Print (visiting cards, brochures): CMYK। Indian printing: always send CMYK files to printer।

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Frequently asked questions

RGB vs CMYK?▾

RGB: screen (light). CMYK: print (ink)। Always convert before printing।

Print looks different?▾

Screen emits light (RGB), paper absorbs (CMYK)। Different color gamuts।

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