Split Complementary Colors

Generate split-complementary colors (base + two adjacent to the complement).

Balanced Contrast

Split-complementary offers the visual interest of complementary colors but with less tension. The base pairs with two colors adjacent to its direct complement.

Soft Contrast

Tool Features

3 Colors

Base color plus two at ±30° from the complement.

Click to Copy

Copy any color from the scheme with one click.

Degree Labels

See rotation (+150°, +210°) from your base color.

Less Tension

Softer contrast than complementary for subtle designs.

How this Split Complementary Colors works

This design tool generates split-complementary color schemes based on a starting color. It identifies the base color's complement on the wheel and selects the two colors adjacent to it. This creates a high-contrast palette that is less jarring than a direct complementary pair. Essential for graphic designers and UI artists seeking harmonious but vibrant color combinations. The tool provides Hex, RGB, and HSL values for immediate implementation in design software.

How to Use

1

Enter Color

Input your base HEX color.

2

Generate

Get split-complementary colors.

3

Copy

Click any color to copy.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is split-complementary?
Base color plus two colors adjacent to its complement. Less tension than pure complementary.
Why use split-complementary?
It offers visual interest with less visual tension than direct complementary colors.

Related Tools

The Split Complementary Colors is maintained by CodeItBro. We aim to provide the best free developer tools on the web. If you have feedback or suggestions, please visit our contact page.

Featured on

CodeItBro - Free dev tools + practical guides to help you ship faster | Product HuntCodeItBro - Free Online Developer Tools badgeCodeItBro badge