HOW THE COLOR PALETTE GENERATOR WORKS

The Color Palette Generator applies color theory principles to build harmonious 5-color palettes from any starting color. Every palette is mathematically derived — not randomly picked — so the colors always work together.

PICK YOUR BASE COLOR

Use the color picker or type a hex code directly. The base color is your 'anchor' — the color you already know you want to use. Everything else is built around it.

CHOOSE A HARMONY TYPE

Harmony types are based on color wheel relationships. Analogous colors sit next to each other (calm, natural feel). Complementary colors are opposite (high contrast, vibrant). Triadic uses three equally-spaced hues (balanced, playful).

GENERATE YOUR PALETTE

Click Generate to compute your 5-color palette using HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) color math. Each color is derived from the base using precise angular and lightness relationships.

COPY INDIVIDUAL COLORS

Click any swatch to instantly copy its hex code to your clipboard. The tool shows both the hex code and a human-readable color name for each swatch.

EXPORT IN YOUR FORMAT

Choose CSS Variables, HEX List, Tailwind config, or Figma format and copy the full export block in one click. Drop it straight into your project — no reformatting needed.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What's the difference between HSL and RGB?

HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) is a human-intuitive way to describe color — you can easily predict what adjusting each value will do. RGB (Red, Green, Blue) is how screens display color but harder to reason about intuitively. The generator uses HSL internally for all calculations.

Which harmony type should I choose for a website?

Analogous palettes work well for calm, professional sites. Complementary schemes are good for CTAs and high-contrast interfaces. Monochromatic palettes are clean and minimal — great for portfolios and dashboards.

Why does my palette look different on different screens?

Color rendering varies by display calibration, color profile, and screen technology. For consistent cross-device color, always test your palette on multiple screens and consider using sRGB color profiles.

Can I use these palettes commercially?

Yes — generated color palettes are not copyrightable. You can use any palette generated here in commercial projects without restriction.

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