MIGHTYPAINT COLOR TOOL
Image Color Sampler
Upload a photo, hover to preview an averaged color block, then click to capture clean HEX, RGB, and HSL values instantly.
Sampling Studio
Drag & drop or choose a photo
Your image stays in the browser. JPG, PNG, and WebP supported.
Sample broad areas or tiny details using the block-size control.
Image preview
Hover over the image to preview a sample. Click to lock a color.
Tip: use larger blocks for walls/skies, smaller blocks for texture details.
How it works
Select an image, hover to preview an average color block, then click to capture and copy the value you need.
Select your image
Upload a JPG, PNG, or WebP. The file stays local in your browser.
Hover to preview
See the averaged block color before capturing it.
Click to capture
Lock the color and copy HEX, RGB, or HSL instantly.
Export your palette
Collect multiple samples and copy them as CSS variables.
Why block sampling is better
Instead of grabbing one noisy pixel, this tool averages a small area so your sampled colors better represent the real surface, fabric, wall, or graphic element.
Cleaner color picks
Averaging filters compression artifacts, anti-aliasing, and tiny details.
Adjustable precision
Use larger blocks for broad areas and smaller blocks for fine texture.
Consistent previews
The sample swatch makes it easier to compare captures side by side.
Real-world uses
Graphic & Web Design
Pull HEX values from moodboards, logos, or inspiration photos.
UI / UX Prototyping
Sample colors from screens and mockups for design consistency.
Interior & Fashion
Match paint, fabric, accessories, and outfit colors from photos.
Social Media Marketing
Capture trending hues from campaign visuals and viral images.
Print & Packaging
Extract swatches from product shots before converting for print.
Quick Color Audits
Send sampled colors into contrast and harmony tools.
Sampling tips
Use 32–64 px blocks for walls, skies, and broad surfaces.
Larger blocks smooth out texture and give you the dominant color.
Use 4–16 px blocks for patterns, textiles, and small details.
Smaller blocks help you isolate specific accents and fine grain.
Avoid harsh shadows and highlights when matching real-world colors.
Mid-tone areas usually give the most accurate color match.
Capture multiple nearby samples to confirm consistency.
Two or three close samples help you spot lighting variation.
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Frequently Asked Questions
?Does my image ever leave my computer?
No. Everything runs locally in your browser. No data is uploaded or stored on MightyPaint's servers.
?Why is the sampled color slightly different?
Block sampling averages multiple pixels. Use a smaller block size when you need finer detail.
?Can I sample transparent areas?
Fully transparent pixels do not have a meaningful visible color. Semi-transparent areas may be affected by the image background.
?How do I copy the HEX code?
Click Capture Color, then use the HEX row or Copy HEX button to copy it to your clipboard.
?What if my image is very large?
The image is scaled for browser performance while preserving the visual result. You can crop externally if you need extreme precision.
Sample better colors from every image. Use the Image Color Sampler to pull clean, usable colors from photos, screenshots, moodboards, and design references, then refine them with MightyPaint's palette and accessibility tools.