HSV to CMYK Converter
Convert Hue, Saturation, Value (HSV) to Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, Key (CMYK) instantly.
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HSV Input
CMYK Output
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Common Color Conversions
| Color | Name | HSV (H, S, V) | CMYK (C, M, Y, K) | Hex |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black | 0°, 0%, 0% | 0, 0, 0, 100 | #000000 | |
| White | 0°, 0%, 100% | 0, 0, 0, 0 | #FFFFFF | |
| Red | 0°, 100%, 100% | 0, 100, 100, 0 | #FF0000 | |
| Green | 120°, 100%, 100% | 100, 0, 100, 0 | #00FF00 | |
| Blue | 240°, 100%, 100% | 100, 100, 0, 0 | #0000FF | |
| Yellow | 60°, 100%, 100% | 0, 0, 100, 0 | #FFFF00 | |
| Cyan | 180°, 100%, 100% | 100, 0, 0, 0 | #00FFFF | |
| Magenta | 300°, 100%, 100% | 0, 100, 0, 0 | #FF00FF |
About HSV and CMYK Color Models
HSV Model
HSV stands for Hue, Saturation, and Value. It's a cylindrical coordinate representation of points in an RGB color model.
- Hue (H): The color type (such as red, blue, or yellow). Ranges from 0-360°.
- Saturation (S): The intensity or purity of the color. Ranges from 0-100%.
- Value (V): The brightness of the color. Ranges from 0-100%.
CMYK Model
CMYK stands for Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, and Key (Black). It is a subtractive color model, used primarily in color printing.
- Cyan (C): A greenish-blue color.
- Magenta (M): A purplish-red color.
- Yellow (Y): A primary color in the subtractive system.
- Key (K): Black, used to add depth and detail.
Why Convert HSV to CMYK?
Designers often work in the HSV or RGB color space when creating digital designs because it is more intuitive for screens. However, when the design needs to be printed, it must be converted to CMYK. This tool helps bridge the gap between digital design (HSV) and print production (CMYK).
How to use this tool?
- Adjust the Hue slider to select the base color.
- Use the Saturation slider to determine how vibrant the color is.
- Use the Value slider to set the brightness.
- The CMYK values will update automatically.
- Copy the resulting values for use in your print projects or CSS.