Color Picker & Palette Manager
Help & Support
Find answers to common questions and learn how to get the most out of Color Picker & Palette Manager.
Getting Started
- Install the extension from the Chrome Web Store
- Pin it to your toolbar by clicking the puzzle icon in Chrome and pinning Color Picker & Palette Manager
- Click the icon or press Alt+P to activate the eyedropper
- Click any color on the page to capture it
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I pick a color?
Click the extension icon in your toolbar (or press Alt+P), then hover over any element on the page. Click to capture the color. The color code will be automatically copied to your clipboard.
Can I pick colors from images?
Yes! The eyedropper works on any visible content including images, videos, and CSS gradients.
Why doesn't the extension work on some pages?
Chrome extensions cannot run on certain pages for security reasons:
- Chrome internal pages (chrome://...)
- Chrome Web Store pages
- PDF viewer
- Other extension pages
How do I change the color format?
In the popup, click on the format tabs (HEX, RGB, HSL) to switch between formats. Your preferred format will be remembered.
How do I save colors to a palette?
After picking a color, click the "Add to Palette" button in the popup. You can create multiple palettes to organize your colors by project.
How many palettes can I create?
The free version includes 3 palettes with unlimited colors each. Pro subscribers get unlimited palettes with cloud sync.
How do I change the keyboard shortcut?
Go to chrome://extensions/shortcuts in your browser and find Color Picker & Palette Manager. You can set your preferred shortcut there.
Troubleshooting
Try refreshing the page and clicking the extension icon again. If the issue persists, try disabling and re-enabling the extension.
Make sure you've granted clipboard permissions. You can check this in chrome://settings/content/clipboard.