Code - Color

A is a standardized system of numbers, letters, or symbols used to represent specific colors across digital and physical platforms. These codes act as a "machine language," translating the subjective human perception of color into precise, objective data that computers, printers, and designers can interpret with 100% accuracy. Whether it is the hexadecimal code powering a website or the Pantone number on a soda can, color codes ensure consistency across the globe. Core Color Models and Formats

The most common color codes are divided into models based on how the color is created—either through light (digital) or ink (print). Relationship between RGB, HSL and CMYK color code