Convert Hex Colors to RGB and HSL
Hex to RGB conversion translates color codes between formats used in design, development, and CSS. Enter any hex color to get RGB decimal values and HSL representation instantly. Perfect for developers translating design specs or designers working with code.
Color Format Uses
Use HEX for CSS colors, HTML attributes, and design tools. Use RGB for JavaScript color manipulation and canvas operations. HSL is ideal for adjusting color lightness or saturation programmatically, making it popular for theme generators and design systems.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q:What is the difference between HEX, RGB, and HSL?
HEX uses hexadecimal notation (#RRGGBB) for red, green, blue values. RGB uses decimal values (rgb(255, 0, 0)) for red, green, blue channels. HSL uses hue (0-360), saturation (0-100%), and lightness (0-100%) for more intuitive color manipulation.
Q:How accurate are the color conversions?
Conversions are mathematically precise. HEX to RGB parses each pair of hex digits as 0-255 values. RGB to HSL uses standard color space conversion formulas. All calculations happen client-side in your browser for instant results.
Q:What is a valid hex color format?
Valid formats include 3-digit (#RGB) or 6-digit (#RRGGBB) hex codes. The # prefix is optional - the converter adds it automatically. Examples: #3498db, 3498db, #fff, fff all work correctly.
Q:What does WCAG AA and AAA mean for contrast?
WCAG AA requires a contrast ratio of at least 4.5:1 for normal text and 3:1 for large text. WCAG AAA is stricter at 7:1 for normal text and 4.5:1 for large text. These standards ensure content is readable for users with visual impairments.
Q:What is the OKLCH color space?
OKLCH is a perceptually uniform color space introduced by Bjorn Ottosson. It separates color into Lightness (L, 0-100), Chroma (C - color intensity), and Hue (H, 0-360). It provides more consistent gradients and better perceptual accuracy than HSL, making it ideal for modern design systems.