Shades mode in KColor lets you generate a shade-based palette, creating a series of darker variations of a base color. This is especially useful for depth, hierarchy, and accessibility in UI design.
What is a shade palette
A shade palette is a collection of darker versions of a base color. Shades are created by adding black to the original color, resulting in deeper, richer tones. In KColor, the shades mode automatically generates these variations for you.
Shade palettes are useful for creating visual hierarchy, depth, and strong UI elements like buttons, headers, and contrast overlays. They also help maintain harmony in designs while offering bolder alternatives to lighter tints.
How to generate shades
To generate darker tones, Switch to shades mode in the generator mode menu. KColor will automatically calculate steps of decreasing brightness for the selected color, resulting in a cohesive and professional-looking palette.
Use cases
Shades are ideal for creating hover effects, shadows, and visual depth in web and app interfaces. Designers often use this to stay within brand guidelines while adding contrast and dimension.
Tips for using shades mode
You can fine-tune the number of shades generated, or lock specific colors before switching modes. KColor shades mode also integrates seamlessly with Tailwind and Bootstrap export options.
