Select H in the Color Picker.
Last updated on
Oct 27, 2025
Learn to use the Adobe Color Picker to set colors with HSB, RGB, Lab, CMYK, or hexadecimal values in Adobe Photoshop.
The Adobe Color Picker provides precise control over color selection through multiple color models. You can specify exact values using different systems depending on your workflow - whether you're working with web colors, print production, or digital design.
Before you begin
To open the color picker, select Set foreground color or Set background color from the toolbox.
Choose a color using the HSB model
The HSB model defines colors by Hue (color type), Saturation (intensity), and Brightness (lightness).
Enter a value in the H text box between 0° and 360°.
Adjust saturation and brightness by:
- Selecting a spot in the color field,
- Dragging the circular marker, or
- Entering values in the S and B text boxes.
(Optional) Select S or B to display saturation or brightness in the color field for fine-tuning.
Choose a color using the RGB model
The RGB model mixes three colors of light: Red, Green, and Blue to create the desired variation.
Enter values in the R, G, and B text boxes within a range of 0 to 255.
You can also select a spot in the color field, which displays a mix of the other two components not selected among the R, G, and B.
Choose a color using the Lab model
Enter values in the L, A, and B text boxes with the following ranges:
- L: 0–100 (lightness)
- A: –128 to +127 (green to red)
- B: –128 to +127 (blue to yellow)
You can also adjust the colors using the color field.
Choose a color using the CMYK model
The CMYK model is based on printing inks: Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, and Black.
Enter percentage values for C, M, Y, and K in their text boxes between 0% and 100%.
You can also adjust the colors using the color field.
Choose a color by specifying a hexadecimal value
A hexadecimal (hex) value is a 6-digit code representing RGB values. It’s often used in web and digital design.
Enter a value in the # text box to pick a color.
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