Question 1

What is a complementary color scheme?

Accepted Answer

A complementary scheme uses two colors opposite each other on the color wheel, for example blue and orange. This creates strong contrast and visual energy, making it effective for call-to-action buttons and highlights.

Question 2

What is the difference between triadic and tetradic schemes?

Accepted Answer

Triadic uses three colors evenly spaced around the wheel at 120 degrees apart. Tetradic uses four colors forming a rectangle on the wheel at 90 degrees apart. Tetradic offers more variety but can be harder to balance.

Question 3

How do I use the CSS variables output?

Accepted Answer

Click Copy CSS Variables to copy a :root block with --color-1 through --color-N custom properties. Paste this into your stylesheet, then use var(--color-1) in your CSS rules to reference each color.

Question 4

Can I enter colors in formats other than hex?

Accepted Answer

The base color input accepts hex codes. You can type any valid 6-digit hex value like #ff5733. The tool then shows RGB and HSL values for all generated colors in the color details table.

Question 5

Which scheme works best for web design?

Accepted Answer

Complementary works well for high-contrast sites, analogous for calm content-heavy pages, and monochromatic for minimal or corporate designs. The right choice depends on your brand personality and content type.