Color Generator

markdown# Color Generator

Generate beautiful, harmonious color palettes instantly with our Color Generator tool. Perfect for designers, developers, and creative professionals who need stunning color combinations for their projects.

Features

Random Color Generation

Generate completely random color combinations for creative inspiration. Perfect when you need fresh ideas without any constraints.

Complementary Palettes

Create palettes based on complementary color theory - colors opposite each other on the color wheel. Ideal for high-contrast designs that need visual impact.

Analogous Palettes

Generate harmonious color schemes using adjacent colors on the color wheel. Perfect for creating cohesive, naturally flowing designs.

Triadic Palettes

Build balanced palettes using colors evenly spaced around the color wheel. Great for vibrant, dynamic designs with visual interest.

Custom Base Color

Start with your brand color or any specific HEX code and generate a complete palette around it. Maintains your brand identity while expanding your color options.

Multiple Output Formats

Export your palettes in HEX, RGB, or HSL formats to match your workflow and tools.

Bulk Processing

Upload a CSV file to generate hundreds of color palettes at once. Perfect for batch processing design projects or creating color libraries.

Visual Preview

See your colors displayed as swatches before exporting. Click any swatch to copy its value instantly.

Export Options

Download your palettes as JSON files for easy import into design tools, or as CSV for spreadsheet analysis.

FAQ

Q: Can I generate colors based on a specific HEX code?

A: Yes! Select 'Custom' or 'Complementary' mode and enter your base HEX color. The tool will generate a complete palette based on that color.

Q: What output formats are supported?

A: HEX, RGB, and HSL formats are all supported. HEX is best for web development, RGB for general design, and HSL for fine-tuned color adjustments.

Q: Can I create gradients or harmonious palettes?

A: Yes! Use analogous mode for naturally harmonious gradients, triadic for vibrant combinations, or custom mode to create shades and tints of a single color.

Q: Is there an image export option?

A: You can export palettes as JSON files. For image exports of color swatches, take a screenshot of the visual preview or use a design tool to import the color values.

Q: How many palettes can I generate at once with bulk processing?

A: Free tier: 25 palettes per upload. Basic tier: 100 palettes. Gold/Ultimate: 1,000 palettes.

Q: What's the difference between complementary and triadic palettes?

A: Complementary palettes use two colors opposite each other on the color wheel (high contrast). Triadic palettes use three colors evenly spaced around the wheel (balanced, vibrant).

Q: Can I use these colors commercially?

A: Yes! All generated colors are yours to use freely in any project, commercial or personal.

Examples

Example 1: Random Color Palette

Input: - Color Mode: Random - Palette Size: 5 - Output Format: HEX Output: #e74c3c #3498db #2ecc71 #f39c12 #9b59b6

Example 2: Complementary Palette from Brand Color

Input: - Color Mode: Complementary - Base Color: #ff5733 - Palette Size: 4 - Output Format: RGB Output: rgb(255, 87, 51) rgb(51, 219, 255) rgb(255, 138, 51) rgb(51, 168, 255)

Example 3: Analogous Palette for Website

Input: - Color Mode: Analogous - Base Color: #3498db - Palette Size: 5 - Output Format: HSL Output: hsl(204, 70%, 53%) hsl(189, 70%, 53%) hsl(174, 70%, 53%) hsl(219, 70%, 53%) hsl(234, 70%, 53%)

Bulk Processing CSV Format

Your CSV file must include these columns: color_mode,base_color,palette_size,output_format random,,5,hex complementary,#e91e63,4,rgb triadic,#3498db,6,hex analogous,#2ecc71,5,hsl custom,#9b59b6,7,hex Column Descriptions: - color_mode: random, complementary, analogous, triadic, or custom - base_color: HEX code (leave empty for random) - palette_size: Number between 2 and 10 - output_format: hex, rgb, or hsl

Troubleshooting

Colors Don't Look Good Together

- Try using analogous mode for naturally harmonious combinations - Use complementary mode for high contrast - Adjust your base color's saturation and lightness for better results

Invalid HEX Code Error

- Ensure your HEX codes start with # (or omit it, both work) - Use 6 characters for full codes (#3498db) or 3 for shorthand (#3bd) - Only use valid hex characters: 0-9 and A-F

Bulk Upload Failed

- Check that your CSV has the correct column headers - Ensure your CSV doesn't exceed row limits (25 free, 1000 pro) - Verify all HEX codes are valid format - Make sure palette_size values are between 2 and 10

Can't Copy Colors

- Enable JavaScript in your browser - Check clipboard permissions in browser settings - Try manually selecting and copying the color codes

Colors Look Different in My Design Tool

- Different tools may interpret RGB/HSL values slightly differently - For consistency, use HEX format when possible - Check that your design tool's color space matches (sRGB recommended)

Tips for Best Results

1. Start with Your Brand: Use custom or complementary mode with your brand color as the base
2. Consider Context: Triadic for playful designs, analogous for professional/calming aesthetics
3. Test Contrast: Ensure sufficient contrast between text and background colors for accessibility
4. Save Your Palettes: Export frequently used palettes as JSON for easy reuse
5. Iterate: Generate multiple palettes and combine the best colors from each
6. Use HSL for Adjustments: HSL format makes it easier to adjust brightness and saturation consistently

Support

Need help? Contact support at support@bulkcreator.com or visit our community forum for tips, tricks, and inspiration from other color enthusiasts.