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Convert from RGB to Pantone®

Quick Explanation

If you want to make your digital colour print-ready, you can convert from RGB to Pantone®. qConv analyses the red, green and blue values and finds the nearest Pantone spot colour for accurate printing.

The RGB to Pantone conversion is essential for consistent brand identity across web and print. qConv automatically shows the closest Pantone match, colour distance (ΔE) and alternate tones.

Since RGB is additive (light) and Pantone is subtractive (ink), small deviations may occur — but this conversion provides the most reliable match for print workflows.

How it works

During the RGB to Pantone conversion, RGB values are converted to LAB colour space, then compared to Pantone reference data. qConv calculates the smallest ΔE difference to find the closest Pantone shade.

For example: rgb(220, 20, 60)Pantone 200 C.

This RGB-to-Pantone conversion is perfect for designers and print professionals who need precise cross-media colour translation.

Example & Use

Example: rgb(255, 102, 0)Pantone 165 C. qConv shows the Pantone code, LAB deviation, and related colour suggestions.

Tip: Always convert your RGB to Pantone before print production to maintain brand consistency.

* Note:

qConv.com searches for the next matching color from the selected color palette. In most cases, there will be minimal or apparent color differences because there is not an exact match for every color.

RGB Color Space

Short Description

The RGB color model (Red, Green, Blue) is the foundation of digital color representation — from monitors and smartphones to LED lighting. It is based on additive color mixing: when all three primary colors are combined at maximum intensity, white is produced; when no light is emitted, the result is black.

Each of the three color components can take a value between 0 and 255, resulting in a total of 16,777,216 possible RGB colors that the human eye can perceive on modern displays. RGB is therefore the standard format for digital media and the basis of many color conversions, such as to HEX or CMYK.

Usage

RGB is used in all digital applications — from web design, UI/UX design and app development to video, animation, and 3D graphics. It defines color representation on light-based devices and forms the foundation of every screen display.

Design tools like Adobe Photoshop, Figma, or Sketch rely on RGB color values to define precise web colors that can later be converted into HEX or HSL formats. RGB is also the reference for modern color profiles like sRGB, Adobe RGB, or Display P3, which represent different gamuts for various display types.

Tips for Designers & Agencies

To ensure consistent appearance across devices, designers should always work with standardized profiles such as sRGB. Colors may appear slightly different on mobile devices, laptops, and monitors due to varying light output.

With qConv, you can easily convert any RGB value into print-ready CMYK or Pantone® tones. It precisely bridges the gap between digital and print color spaces while offering related harmonies, contrasts, and shades for creative exploration.

Pantone® Color System

Short Description

The Pantone® Matching System (PMS) is the world’s leading standardized color system, used across design, print, and manufacturing industries. It defines colors with unique numerical codes, ensuring that a color appears the same everywhere — regardless of the material or production method.

The classic Pantone® system includes 1,114 spot colors originally defined for offset printing. Each tone is identified by a specific code, such as “Pantone 485 C.” Over time, Pantone has expanded its library with systems like Pantone Plus and Extended Gamut, now covering more than 1,800 solid colors and over 2,600 shades for textiles and interiors.

Usage

Pantone® colors are the industry standard for print production, product design, and brand identity. By using standardized color formulas, designers and printers can communicate exact hues across materials and global supply chains. Pantone is indispensable for logos, packaging, and high-fidelity printing where precise color reproduction is critical.

In software like Adobe Illustrator, InDesign, or Photoshop, Pantone libraries can be accessed directly to select or convert colors for professional use. Pantone is also used in fashion, interior design, and digital color trend forecasting.

Tips for Designers & Brands

Always verify Pantone colors under proper lighting conditions — printed tones may appear different under daylight and LED illumination. For consistent branding, define Pantone references alongside RGB and CMYK values in your style guide.

With qConv, you can easily convert Pantone® colors to HEX, RGB, CMYK, RAL®, or HKS® equivalents, compare shades, and generate harmonious palettes for cross-media consistency.

Popular conversions

RGB to HEX

convert from RGB red green blue to #RRGGBB

RGB to CMYK

convert from RGB red green blue to CMYK cyan / magenta / yellow / black

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RGB to RAL®

convert from RGB red green blue to RAL®-number (RAL 0000)

RGB to HKS®

convert from RGB red green blue to HKS®-number (HKS 00)

RGB to PANTONE®

convert from RGB red green blue to Pantone®-number (Pantone 0000)

RGB to Sherwin Williams®

convert from RGB red green blue to Sherwin Williams®-number (SW 0000)

RGB to NCS®

convert from RGB red green blue to NCS-number (S0000-X00X)

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RGBA to HEX

convert from RGBA red green blue transparency to #RRGGBB

RGBA to CMYK

convert from RGBA red green blue transparency to CMYK cyan / magenta / yellow / black

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RGBA to RAL®

convert from RGBA red green blue transparency to RAL®-number (RAL 0000)

RGBA to HKS®

convert from RGBA red green blue transparency to HKS®-number (HKS 00)

RGBA to PANTONE®

convert from RGBA red green blue transparency to Pantone®-number (Pantone 0000)

RGBA to Sherwin Williams®

convert from RGBA red green blue transparency to Sherwin Williams®-number (SW 0000)

RGBA to NCS®

convert from RGBA red green blue transparency to NCS-number (S0000-X00X)

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CMYK to HEX

convert from CMYK cyan / magenta / yellow / black to #RRGGBB

CMYK to RGB

convert from CMYK cyan / magenta / yellow / black to RGB red green blue

CMYK to RGBA

convert from CMYK cyan / magenta / yellow / black to RGBA red green blue transparency

CMYK to RAL®

convert from CMYK cyan / magenta / yellow / black to RAL®-number (RAL 0000)

CMYK to HKS®

convert from CMYK cyan / magenta / yellow / black to HKS®-number (HKS 00)

CMYK to PANTONE®

convert from CMYK cyan / magenta / yellow / black to Pantone®-number (Pantone 0000)

CMYK to Sherwin Williams®

convert from CMYK cyan / magenta / yellow / black to Sherwin Williams®-number (SW 0000)

CMYK to NCS®

convert from CMYK cyan / magenta / yellow / black to NCS-number (S0000-X00X)

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HEX to RGB

convert from #RRGGBB to RGB red green blue

HEX to RGBA

convert from #RRGGBB to RGBA red green blue transparency

HEX to CMYK

convert from #RRGGBB to CMYK cyan / magenta / yellow / black

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HEX to RAL®

convert from #RRGGBB to RAL®-number (RAL 0000)

HEX to HKS®

convert from #RRGGBB to HKS®-number (HKS 00)

HEX to PANTONE®

convert from #RRGGBB to Pantone®-number (Pantone 0000)

HEX to Sherwin Williams®

convert from #RRGGBB to Sherwin Williams®-number (SW 0000)

HEX to NCS®

convert from #RRGGBB to NCS-number (S0000-X00X)

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RAL® to RGB

convert from RAL®-number (RAL 0000) to RGB red green blue

RAL® to RGBA

convert from RAL®-number (RAL 0000) to RGBA red green blue transparency

RAL® to CMYK

convert from RAL®-number (RAL 0000) to CMYK cyan / magenta / yellow / black

Icons

RAL® to HEX

convert from RAL®-number (RAL 0000) to #RRGGBB

RAL® to HKS®

convert from RAL®-number (RAL 0000) to HKS®-number (HKS 00)

RAL® to PANTONE®

convert from RAL®-number (RAL 0000) to Pantone®-number (Pantone 0000)

RAL® to Sherwin Williams®

convert from RAL®-number (RAL 0000) to Sherwin Williams®-number (SW 0000)

RAL® to NCS®

convert from RAL®-number (RAL 0000) to NCS-number (S0000-X00X)

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HKS® to RGB

convert from HKS®-number (HKS 00) to RGB red green blue

HKS® to RGBA

convert from HKS®-number (HKS 00) to RGBA red green blue transparency

HKS® to CMYK

convert from HKS®-number (HKS 00) to CMYK cyan / magenta / yellow / black

Icons

HKS® to HEX

convert from HKS®-number (HKS 00) to #RRGGBB

HKS® to RAL®

convert from HKS®-number (HKS 00) to RAL®-number (RAL 0000)

HKS® to PANTONE®

convert from HKS®-number (HKS 00) to Pantone®-number (Pantone 0000)

HKS® to Sherwin Williams®

convert from HKS®-number (HKS 00) to Sherwin Williams®-number (SW 0000)

HKS® to NCS®

convert from HKS®-number (HKS 00) to NCS-number (S0000-X00X)

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PANTONE® to RGB

convert from Pantone®-number (Pantone 0000) to RGB red green blue

PANTONE® to RGBA

convert from Pantone®-number (Pantone 0000) to RGBA red green blue transparency

PANTONE® to CMYK

convert from Pantone®-number (Pantone 0000) to CMYK cyan / magenta / yellow / black

Icons

PANTONE® to HEX

convert from Pantone®-number (Pantone 0000) to #RRGGBB

PANTONE® to RAL®

convert from Pantone®-number (Pantone 0000) to RAL®-number (RAL 0000)

PANTONE® to HKS®

convert from Pantone®-number (Pantone 0000) to HKS®-number (HKS 00)

PANTONE® to Sherwin Williams®

convert from Pantone®-number (Pantone 0000) to Sherwin Williams®-number (SW 0000)

PANTONE® to NCS®

convert from Pantone®-number (Pantone 0000) to NCS-number (S0000-X00X)

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Sherwin Williams® to RGB

convert from Sherwin Williams®-number (SW 0000) to RGB red green blue

Sherwin Williams® to RGBA

convert from Sherwin Williams®-number (SW 0000) to RGBA red green blue transparency

Sherwin Williams® to CMYK

convert from Sherwin Williams®-number (SW 0000) to CMYK cyan / magenta / yellow / black

Icons

Sherwin Williams® to HEX

convert from Sherwin Williams®-number (SW 0000) to #RRGGBB

Sherwin Williams® to RAL®

convert from Sherwin Williams®-number (SW 0000) to RAL®-number (RAL 0000)

Sherwin Williams® to HKS®

convert from Sherwin Williams®-number (SW 0000) to HKS®-number (HKS 00)

Sherwin Williams® to PANTONE®

convert from Sherwin Williams®-number (SW 0000) to Pantone®-number (Pantone 0000)

Sherwin Williams® to NCS®

convert from Sherwin Williams®-number (SW 0000) to NCS-number (S0000-X00X)

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NCS® to RGB

convert from NCS-number (S0000-X00X) to RGB red green blue

NCS® to RGBA

convert from NCS-number (S0000-X00X) to RGBA red green blue transparency

NCS® to CMYK

convert from NCS-number (S0000-X00X) to CMYK cyan / magenta / yellow / black

Icons

NCS® to HEX

convert from NCS-number (S0000-X00X) to #RRGGBB

NCS® to RAL®

convert from NCS-number (S0000-X00X) to RAL®-number (RAL 0000)

NCS® to HKS®

convert from NCS-number (S0000-X00X) to HKS®-number (HKS 00)

NCS® to PANTONE®

convert from NCS-number (S0000-X00X) to Pantone®-number (Pantone 0000)

NCS® to Sherwin Williams®

convert from NCS-number (S0000-X00X) to Sherwin Williams®-number (SW 0000)

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