Colour Palette Generator — Fast Color Schemes

Need colour ideas fast? Press the button and the colour palette generator (also called a color palette generator) creates a random set of colours that work together. Use it for design, art, websites, slides or home decor. Keep generating until you find a combination you like.

How to Use the Colour Palette Generator

1. Press the Generate button.
2. Look at the colours that appear together.
3. Generate again until a palette feels right.
4. Note down the colour codes of the palette you like.

What Is a Colour Palette?

A colour palette is a small set of colours chosen to work well together. Designers use palettes for brands, websites, rooms and artwork so that everything looks consistent.

How to Choose a Palette That Works

• Start with one main colour, then add a neutral and one accent colour.
• Try the 60-30-10 rule: about 60% main colour, 30% secondary colour and 10% accent.
• Check text readability. The WCAG accessibility guidelines ask for a contrast ratio of at least 4.5:1 for normal text, so test your text and background colours with a contrast checker.

Where to Use a Random Colour Palette

• Website and app design.
• Logos and brand colours.
• Slides and social media graphics.
• Painting, drawing and other art.
• Room and home decor ideas.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is it colour palette generator or color palette generator?

They are the same thing. “Colour” is the British spelling and “color” is the American spelling.

Is the palette random?

Yes. Each click creates a new random combination of colours.

How do I know if my colours are readable together?

Test your text colour against the background colour with a contrast checker. Aim for at least 4.5:1 for normal text.

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