RGB vs CMYK Models

RGB is an additive color model where colors are created by mixing red, green, and blue light. When all three channels are at maximum (255, 255, 255), white is produced. When all are at minimum (0, 0, 0) — black.

RGB is used for all digital devices: monitors, televisions, smartphones, tablets. It's the standard for web design, digital graphics, photography, and video. RGB has a wider color gamut than CMYK, allowing display of brighter and more saturated colors.

When working with RGB, it's important to remember that colors on screen may vary depending on monitor calibration. For accurate work, it's recommended to use calibrated displays and tools like конвертер цветов to verify color values.

CMYK is a subtractive color model used in printing. Colors are created by mixing cyan, magenta, yellow inks and black (key) for depth and contrast.

Unlike RGB, CMYK uses inks that absorb light. When all inks are mixed at maximum, dark brown or black is produced. White is the absence of ink (white paper).

CMYK has a narrower color gamut than RGB, so some bright colors on screen cannot be accurately reproduced in print. When converting from RGB to CMYK, bright colors may become more muted. The извлечение цветов tool helps analyze image colors and determine how they will look in CMYK.

Conversion between RGB and CMYK is a complex process requiring understanding of color profiles (ICC profiles). Simple mathematical conversion doesn't account for differences in color gamuts, which can lead to unexpected results.

For web design, always use RGB. For printing — CMYK. When creating universal brand books, it's recommended to define colors in both models. The конвертер цветов tool allows converting colors between models considering color profiles.

For branding, анализ брендовых цветов analyzes color palettes and provides recommendations for use in different color models, which is critical for creating universal brand books.