About Color Palette Generator
Our color palette generator creates harmonious color schemes based on proven color theory principles. Pick a base color and choose a harmony mode to instantly generate a professional palette. Preview your colors on real UI components to see how they work in context.
Features
- 4 harmony modes: Complementary, Analogous, Triadic, Split-Complementary
- Visual color picker and HEX input
- Export colors in HEX, RGB, or HSL format
- Live UI component preview with your palette
- One-click copy of any color value
Color Theory Basics
Complementary colors sit opposite each other on the color wheel and create maximum contrast. Analogous colors are neighbors on the wheel and create harmonious, low-contrast schemes. Triadic colors are evenly spaced at 120-degree intervals, offering vibrant variety while maintaining balance.
FAQ
▶ What is a color palette?
A color palette is a collection of colors used together in design. Good palettes follow color theory principles like complementary, analogous, or triadic harmony to create visually pleasing combinations.
▶ What are color harmony modes?
Color harmony modes use color theory to generate pleasing combinations: Complementary uses opposite colors, Analogous uses adjacent colors, Triadic uses three equally spaced colors, and Split-complementary uses a base color plus two adjacent to its complement.
▶ How do I choose colors for my project?
Start with your brand or primary color, then use a palette generator to find harmonious accent colors. Consider contrast for accessibility, and test your palette on real UI components to see how it looks in context.