Show HCL Colors of Image
Quickly show and extract the Hue, Chroma, and Luminance channels of the HCL (CIELCHuv) color scheme. Professional-grade extraction for design and analysis.
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Supports PNG, JPG, WEBP and more. Multiple files allowed.
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Original Image
Hue Channel Result
Use the controls on the right to switch channels
Extracts the Hue channel. Represents the color type (0-360 degrees).
Channel Selection
Why Choose Our HCL Extractor?
Professional-grade color channel separation directly in your browser. Accurate CIELCHuv conversion for design and analysis.
Mathematical Precision
Our tool uses standard CIELCHuv formulas to ensure Hue, Chroma, and Luminance channels are extracted with scientific accuracy, essential for professional color scheme analysis.
100% Private
All processing happens locally. Your images never leave your device.
Batch Action
Extract channels from hundreds of images at once and download as ZIP.
Design Optimization
Understand your color palettes better. HCL is more perceptually uniform than RGB, making it perfect for creating accessible color schemes and gradients.
Extract HCL in 3 Steps
Simple workflow for complex color analysis
1. Upload Images
Drag and drop your images into the tool. We support multiple files for batch processing.
2. Select Channel
Choose between Hue, Chroma, or Luminance channels. Toggle grayscale mode for better visualization.
3. Instant Export
Download the extracted channels individually or all at once as a ZIP file.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about HCL channel extraction
What is HCL color space?
HCL (Hue, Chroma, Luminance) is a color space designed to be perceptually uniform. Unlike RGB, changes in HCL values correspond more closely to how human eyes perceive color differences.
Why use HCL for design?
HCL is excellent for creating accessible color palettes. It allows you to maintain consistent luminance while changing hue or chroma, ensuring better contrast and readability.
Is the extraction scientific?
Yes, our tool uses standard conversion formulas from RGB to CIELCHuv to ensure mathematical precision in channel separation.
Can I process multiple images?
Absolutely. You can upload hundreds of images at once and export the extracted HCL channels as a single ZIP file.