Triadic Color Scheme
Three balanced hues, 120° apart on the wheel.
How to use
- 1 Type a hex colour or pick one with the colour picker.
- 2 View the three triadic swatches generated instantly.
- 3 Check each hex code and hue angle below its swatch.
- 4 Copy all three hex codes with one click.
About Triadic Color Scheme
The Triadic Color Scheme tool builds a classic three-colour palette from any starting colour.
A triadic scheme picks three hues that sit at the points of an equilateral triangle on the colour wheel — your base colour plus two more, each rotated 120 degrees around the wheel.
Because the hues are evenly spaced, the result is colourful and energetic while still feeling balanced, which is why triadic palettes are a designer favourite for illustrations, branding, charts and playful interfaces.
Enter a hex value or use the colour picker, and the tool instantly shows all three swatches.
It keeps the saturation and lightness of your base colour constant across the set, so the three colours read as a coherent family rather than a random mix.
Each swatch displays its hex code and hue angle, the base is clearly marked, and a single click copies all three codes for pasting into your CSS, design file or style guide.
A common pattern is to let one colour dominate and use the other two as accents, which keeps a triadic palette from feeling overwhelming.
Everything is computed locally in your browser using standard RGB-to-HSL maths; nothing is uploaded or stored, and the tool keeps working offline once loaded.
It is a fast, private way to find a harmonious trio of colours.
FAQ
What is a triadic colour scheme?
It is a palette of three colours whose hues are evenly spaced 120 degrees apart on the colour wheel, giving a vibrant yet balanced combination.
Why do the three colours look related?
The tool keeps your base colour's saturation and lightness the same for all three hues, so they share the same intensity and feel like a set.
How should I use a triadic palette?
Pick one colour to dominate and use the other two sparingly as accents. This keeps the design lively without feeling chaotic.