Complementary
What is Color Scheme Generator?
Color Scheme Generator creates harmonious color palettes based on color theory rules: complementary, triadic, analogous, split-complementary, and more. Use it to pick colors for UI design, branding, or art projects.
How to Use Color Scheme Generator
- Pick a base color using the color picker or enter a HEX value.
- Choose a harmony type (Complementary, Analogous, Triadic, etc.).
- Click any swatch to copy its HEX, or export all as CSS variables / JSON.
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Color Harmony Types
- Complementary —opposite colors, high contrast
- Analogous —adjacent colors, harmonious and calm
- Triadic —three evenly spaced colors, vibrant
- Split Complementary —base + two colors adjacent to its complement
- Tetradic —four colors forming a rectangle on the wheel
- Monochromatic —shades and tints of one hue
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I use the colors in CSS?
Click 'Copy as CSS Variables' to get a ready-to-paste snippet with all colors as custom properties.
Can I export the palette as JSON?
Yes. Click 'Export JSON' to download the color scheme with HEX and RGB values.