Complementary Color

Find the complementary color (180° opposite on the color wheel) for any color.

Find the Perfect Contrast

Complementary colors are opposite each other on the color wheel. They create strong visual contrast and work great for highlighting important elements like call-to-action buttons.

High Contrast

Tool Features

180° Opposite

Get the exact opposite color on the color wheel for maximum contrast.

One-Click Copy

Click any color in the pair to copy its HEX code instantly.

Visual Pair

See both colors side-by-side to evaluate the contrast.

Color Picker

Use the visual picker or enter HEX codes directly.

How It Works

The Complementary Color runs entirely in your browser using JavaScript. Unlike other tools that send your data to a server, we process everything locally on your device. This guarantees 100% privacy and blazing fast speed.

  • No server interaction – data never leaves your device
  • Instant results since there is no network latency
  • Works offline once the page is loaded
  • Free to use with no usage limits

How to Use

1

Enter Color

Input your base HEX color.

2

Generate

Get the complementary color.

3

Copy

Click to copy the color code.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a complementary color?
The color directly opposite (180°) on the color wheel. Red and cyan, blue and orange are examples.
When to use complementary colors?
They create high contrast and visual interest. Great for call-to-action buttons and highlights.

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