Color Converter

This color converter calculator is used to transform colors effortlessly between different formats. It converts between HEX, RGB, and HSL color calculators. It is beneficial for designers, developers, and anyone working with color formats.

Color Code Converter

Convert between HEX, RGB, and HSL color codes

How to Use
  1. Fill in the Required Values
  2. Click "Calculate" Button
  3. View Step-By-Step Solution

What is a Color Converter?

Color conversion involves translating values between different color systems, such as HEX (a hexadecimal representation widely used in CSS and digital design), RGB (which represents color via red, green, and blue components, each ranging from 0 to 255), and HSL (which defines color by hue, saturation, and lightness).

How to use the Color Converter Calculator?

Step by step:

  • Choose the Conversion type HEX to RGB, RGB to HEX, RGB to HSL, and HSL to RGB.
  • Enter the HEX value.
  • Enter the Red (0 – 255).
  • Enter the Green (0 – 255).
  • Enter the Blue (0 – 255).
  • Enter the Hue (0 – 360).
  • Enter the saturation%.
  • Enter the lightness%.
  • After entering the value, click on “calculate”, and in seconds, you will see the result.

Example 1: If we choose HEX to RGB

  • Enter #FF0000 in the HEX value box.
  • Step 1: Converting HEX #FF0000 to RGB
  • Step 2: Red: FF (hex) = 255 (decimal)
  • Step 3: Green: 00 (hex) = 0 (decimal)
  • Step 4: Blue: 00 (hex) = 0 (decimal)

Example 2: If we choose RGB to HEX

  • Enter 34 in Red, 139 in Green, and 34 in Blue.
  • Step 1: Converting RGB(34, 139, 34) to HEX
  • Step 2: Red: 34 (decimal) = 22 (hex)
  • Step 3: Green: 139 (decimal) = 8B (hex)
  • Step 4: Blue: 34 (decimal) = 22 (hex)
  • Step 5: Combined: #228B22

Example 3: If we choose RGB to HSL

  • Enter 255 in Red and 165 in Green.
  • Step 1: Converting RGB(255, 165, 0) to HSL
  • Step 2: Normalize RGB: R=1, G=0.647, B=0
  • Step 3: Max=1, Min=0, Delta=1
  • Step 4: Lightness = (Max + Min) / 2 = 0.5
  • Step 5: Saturation = 1
  • Step 6: Hue calculation based on max color component = 38.8°
  • Step 7: Final HSL: H=39°, S=100%, L=50%

Example 4: If we choose HSL to RGB

  • Enter 200 in Hue, 100 in Saturation, and 50 in Lightness.
  • Step 1: Converting HSL(200°, 100%, 50%) to RGB
  • Step 2: Normalize HSL: H=0.556, S=1, L=0.5
  • Step 3: Calculate intermediate values: p=0, q=1
  • Step 4: Apply hue-to-RGB conversion for each channel
  • Step 5: Scale to 0-255 range: R=0, G=170, B=255

Why use the MathCalc Color converter?

User-Friendly

This MathCalc color converter effortlessly converts between HEX, RGB, and HSL. It features a simple interface. It is accessible to all users. It is ideal for students, developers, or UI/UX designers.

Reduce Human Error

Manual calculations may result in minor errors that can involve financial losses or penalties. This tool offers verified algorithms to minimize the mistakes, ensuring your results are consistently accurate.

FAQ

Which color formats are supported?

You can convert between HEX, RGB, and HSL: HEX to RGB, RGB to HEX, RGB to HSL, and HSL to RGB.

How is HSL different from RGB or HEX?

HSL separates color by Hue, saturation, and lightness, making it ideal for intuitive color adjustments, shades, and tints.