# Hex Color Guessing by Eye

> Skill-testing challenge to identify exact hex codes from visual swatches

A design skill and web challenge where players estimate hex codes directly from visual color swatches within a limited number of guesses. It serves both as an advanced color-theory test and a demonstration of intuitive digital color literacy.

## How it works

The tweet text: 'Senior designers: I know what \#000000 is / God tier designers:' — followed by footage of a player typing hex codes like \#6DDDA0 against targets and scoring 100% on an exact match within the 5-guess limit.

## What it is for

- Train intuitive understanding of RGB hex values by visual appearance
- Test color precision and estimation skills against strict targets
- Demonstrate color recognition proficiency as a party trick

## Key points

- Visual color matching against target swatches
- Iterative guessing interface using standard 6-digit hex format
- Turn-limited attempts to reach exact matches
- Real-time feedback on color accuracy and match percentage

## Pricing

Free

## Details

- Type: Tip
- Category: [Design](https://xiry.app/topics/design.md)
- Platforms: Web
- For: UI designers, digital artists, and frontend developers
- Tags: hex, color, design, game, challenge, rgb

## Why it was saved

- [@CharlesPattson, 15 August 2024](https://x.com/CharlesPattson/status/1824087111969972603): The framing of the saved tweet (senior vs god tier designers) and a party trick worth demonstrating.

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Updated 11 October 2026. Page: https://xiry.app/resources/hex-color-guessing-by-eye

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