Which Color Name

Upload an image and instantly identify prominent colors with readable color names plus HEX, RGB, HSL, and CMYK values. Great for brand matching, UI work, and print handoff.

Pick Colors From Any Image and Get the Color Name

When you only have a screenshot, a logo image, or an old design file, it’s hard to match the exact brand color. Which Color Name helps you extract colors from an image and instantly returns: color names and the most-used formats for design and development: HEX, RGB, HSL, and CMYK.

What this tool does

  • Detects prominent / dominant colors in the uploaded image
  • Shows a readable color name for each detected color
  • Provides HEX for CSS and design tools
  • Provides RGB for screen-based design and UI work
  • Provides HSL for easy adjustments (hue, saturation, lightness)
  • Provides CMYK for print handoff and branding materials

Common use cases

  • Match a client’s brand color from a logo or brochure photo
  • Extract a color palette from a reference image or inspiration shot
  • Get HEX codes from screenshots for CSS and UI implementation
  • Convert detected colors to CMYK for print designers

How to use

  1. Upload an image (JPG/PNG/WebP)
  2. Wait a moment for color detection
  3. Click/copy the values you need (HEX/RGB/HSL/CMYK)

Tips for better results

  • Use a clear image (avoid heavy compression)
  • Crop to the area that contains the color you want
  • If the image has gradients, expect multiple close shades

No account required. Runs in your browser and works on mobile and desktop.

FAQ

Yes. This tool is free to use. Some pages may show ads to support hosting and development.

No account is required. The goal is to keep tools quick and accessible.

Yes — sharing helps others discover useful tools, and it supports ongoing development.

JPG, PNG, and WebP are supported. For best accuracy, use a clear image and avoid heavy compression.

Images often contain gradients, shadows, and compression artifacts. The tool detects the most prominent shades, so you may see several close variations of the same color.

CMYK values are a practical reference for print workflows, but final output can vary depending on paper, ink, printer calibration, and ICC profiles. Always verify with a print proof for critical brand work.

Yes. The prominent colors list works well as a quick palette. For cleaner palettes, crop the image to the brand/logo area first.

Category: Design & Color Tools — free online tools that run directly in your browser.