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Extract Dominant Color from Image - Color Picker

Extract dominant color from images online for free. Find the main color in photos. Get HEX, RGB, and HSL values.

Drop an image here or click to browse

image/* • Max 50MB

What This Tool Does

Identifies the most prominent colors in an image
Extracts multiple dominant colors with percentages
Provides color values in hex, RGB, and HSL formats
Analyzes color distribution and frequency
Generates exportable color palettes
Processes images instantly with accurate results

How to Use

1
Upload image
Select the photo or graphic to analyze for dominant colors
2
View color extraction
The tool automatically identifies and displays dominant colors
3
Review color details
See color codes in hex, RGB, and HSL formats with usage percentages
4
Copy or export
Copy individual color codes or export the entire palette

How it works

Upload image

Select the photo or graphic to analyze for dominant colors

View color extraction

The tool automatically identifies and displays dominant colors

Review color details

See color codes in hex, RGB, and HSL formats with usage percentages

Copy or export

Copy individual color codes or export the entire palette

Use Cases

Generating website color schemes based on brand photography
Creating matching social media templates from existing images
Identifying colors for design mockups and prototypes
Building cohesive brand palettes from logo images
Selecting accent colors for presentations based on cover photos
Extracting color themes for interior design inspiration

Frequently Asked Questions

How many colors are extracted?

By default, the top 5-10 dominant colors are shown based on their presence in the image.

Does it work with all image types?

Yes, the tool analyzes JPG, PNG, GIF, and WebP images effectively.

Why do results vary between similar images?

Lighting, compression, and subtle color variations affect which colors are mathematically dominant.

Can I adjust how many colors are detected?

The tool automatically determines optimal color extraction based on image complexity.

Are background colors weighted differently?

Colors are weighted by pixel count, so large areas like backgrounds often appear as dominant colors.