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How to use AI Color Extractor

Extract the dominant colors from any textile design, with the HEX code of each color and the share of the image it covers.

Credit Usage

Options & Settings

SettingTypeDescription
Colors to ExtractSliderHow many colors to pull from the image.
3-20

When to Use

  • Analyzing color palettes from reference images
  • Matching production colors to design specifications
  • Creating color stories for seasonal collections

Pro Tips

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Lower the count for a tight palette from a simple design

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Raise it toward 20 for busy, multi-color prints

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Tap any swatch to copy its HEX code into your design software

How do I…

How do I get the colours out of a design?

Upload it and set Colors to Extract between 3 and 20. Each colour shows its HEX code and the share of the image it covers.

How do I copy a colour code?

Click a swatch to copy its HEX code to the clipboard, ready to paste into your design software.

How many colours should I extract?

Fewer for a tight palette from a simple design, and towards 20 for busy, multi-colour prints.

What to Expect

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Best Results

  • Photos with clear dominant colors
  • Well-lit images without heavy color casts
  • 3-8 distinct color areas
  • Fashion/textile reference images
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Limited Results

  • Very monochromatic images
  • Photos with extreme lighting
  • Images with many similar shades
  • Very small or low-resolution images

Real-World Examples

Collection Color Story

8 colors extracted from a Mediterranean garden mood board photo. Their HEX codes went straight into the tech pack for a Spring collection.

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