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Convert RGB Colors to HEX Codes Instantly Convert RGB color values to HEX codes with sliders and live preview.

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RGB to HEX Converter

Convert RGB color values to HEX codes with sliders and live preview.

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Set RGB Values

Use the sliders or type Red, Green, and Blue values between 0 and 255.

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Preview the Color

Watch the color swatch update in real-time as you adjust values.

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Copy the HEX Code

Click Copy to grab the HEX code like #3B82F6 for use in your project.

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What Is RGB to HEX Converter?

An RGB to HEX converter transforms Red, Green, and Blue color channel values into their hexadecimal equivalent — the standard format used in web design and CSS. RGB values range from 0 to 255 for each channel, representing the intensity of that color component. The converter takes these three decimal numbers and produces a 6-character hexadecimal string preceded by #. For instance, rgb(59, 130, 246) converts to #3B82F6. This tool is built for front-end developers who receive color specifications as RGB values from color pickers, APIs, or image processing code and need the compact HEX format for stylesheets. It is also useful for designers ensuring pixel-perfect color matching between different tools. The conversion is particularly important when creating design tokens, CSS custom properties, or working with version control where HEX codes are easier to read and compare in diffs.

Why Use RGB to HEX Converter?

  • Interactive sliders with color-coded tracks for intuitive adjustment
  • Real-time preview swatch shows exact color as you drag sliders
  • Produces uppercase HEX for consistent formatting
  • Number input fields for precise value entry alongside sliders
  • Runs entirely in browser — no data sent to servers

Common Use Cases

CSS Authoring

Convert RGB values from JavaScript color operations into HEX for cleaner CSS stylesheets.

Design Systems

Standardize color tokens in HEX format from RGB values provided by brand guidelines.

Canvas to CSS

HTML5 Canvas pixel data returns colors as RGB — get the matching HEX codes for use in CSS and styling.

Color Exploration

Experiment with RGB sliders to find the perfect color and get its HEX code for implementation.

Technical Guide

Converting RGB to HEX involves transforming each decimal channel value (0–255) into a two-digit hexadecimal number (00–FF). The formula for each channel is: hexDigit = value.toString(16).padStart(2, "0"). The three resulting pairs are concatenated with a # prefix. For example, R=59 → 3B, G=130 → 82, B=246 → F6, producing #3B82F6. The conversion is lossless — every RGB value maps to exactly one HEX code and vice versa. Values below 16 (decimal) need zero-padding: R=5 → 05, not just 5. Some tools output lowercase hex (e.g., #3b82f6); both are valid CSS but uppercase is more common in design specifications. When clamping input values, ensure they stay within 0–255 range to produce valid colors. The mathematical operation is essentially a base conversion: dividing by 16 gives the first hex digit, the remainder gives the second.

Tips & Best Practices

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    RGB(0,0,0) converts to #000000 (black) and RGB(255,255,255) to #FFFFFF (white)
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    When all three channels are equal, the result is a shade of gray
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    Use this tool to convert programmatically generated colors to CSS-friendly HEX format
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    The # prefix is optional in some contexts but always include it for CSS compatibility
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    For web-safe colors, stick to values that are multiples of 51 (00, 33, 66, 99, CC, FF)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q How do I convert RGB to HEX manually?
Convert each RGB value (0-255) to hexadecimal. For example, 59 ÷ 16 = 3 remainder 11 (B), so 59 = 3B. Do this for all three channels and concatenate with #.
Q Is the conversion from RGB to HEX lossless?
Yes, completely. Both formats represent exactly 16,777,216 colors. Every RGB value has a unique HEX equivalent and vice versa — no color information is lost.
Q What happens with values outside 0-255?
Values are clamped to the valid range. Numbers below 0 become 0 (00), and numbers above 255 become 255 (FF) to ensure a valid color output.
Q Should I use uppercase or lowercase HEX?
Both are valid in CSS and produce identical colors. Uppercase (#3B82F6) is more common in design tools, while lowercase (#3b82f6) is often generated by code. Choose one convention and stay consistent.
Q Can I include alpha/opacity in HEX?
Yes. Append two more hex digits for alpha: RGB(59,130,246) at 50% opacity becomes #3B82F680. The alpha hex 80 equals decimal 128, which is roughly 50% of 255.

About This Tool

RGB to HEX Converter is a free online tool by FreeToolkit.ai. All processing happens directly in your browser — your data never leaves your device. No registration or installation required.