Microsoft Access Color Picker & Converter Utility
This straightforward Access database offers a user-friendly form that makes converting colors effortless. Whether you’re working with OLE Color values, RGB components, or HEX codes, this utility lets you seamlessly switch between all three formats.
As you can see by the above you can enter a OLE Color, RGB Color, HEX color value, move sliders (if you were trying to find a color) and they get converted back and forth between all the formats in real-time and you get a visual of the color in question at the top of the form.
How It Works
- Enter any color value in OLE Color, RGB, or HEX format.
- Adjust any of the sliders to explore colors visually.
- Watch the color preview update in real-time at the top of the form.
- See all color representations convert instantly and stay perfectly synchronized.
Bonus: Use the integrated Color Picker dialog to select or define a color visually and then instantly retrieve its corresponding OLE, RGB, and HEX values.
This tool is perfect for Access developers and designers who want quick, accurate color conversions without hassle.
Disclaimer/Notes:
If you do not have Microsoft Access, simply download and install the freely available runtime version (this permits running MS Access databases, but not modifying their design):Microsoft Access 2010 Runtime
Microsoft Access 2013 Runtime
Microsoft Access 2016 Runtime
Microsoft 365 Access Runtime
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Download a Demo Database
Feel free to download a 100% unlocked demo copy by using the link provided below:
Download “Access - Color Converter Utility (mdb x32)” Colors.zip – Downloaded 52114 times – 51.32 KBDemo Database Version History
| Version | Date | Changes |
|---|---|---|
| V1.000 | 2010-11-17 | Initial Release |
| V1.001 | 2026-02-09 | Added buttons to quickly save any of the values to the clipboard Added a command button to launch the Color Picker dialog |
| V1.003 | 2026-02-14 | Code Cleanup Added error handling Remove secondary form I used for my own purposes Worked on some of the APIs Renamed controls with generic names with meaningful names |
Another Useful Tool: ColorCop On-Screen Color Sampling Utility
Another great tool for sampling colors directly from your screen is ColorCop. This lightweight, easy-to-use utility lets you pick any color from your desktop and instantly view its HEX and RGB values. It’s especially helpful when you need to match colors from images, websites, or application interfaces and quickly apply them to your MS Access forms or reports for consistent UI design.
ColorCop includes a built-in magnifier for precise pixel selection, making it ideal for developers and designers who need accurate color matching. If you regularly work with MS Access color values or convert between RGB and HEX codes, ColorCop can streamline your workflow and ensure visual consistency across your projects.
Page History
| Date | Summary of Changes |
|---|---|
| 2010-11-17 | Initial Release |
| 2026-02-09 | Updated download file to V1.001 and updated the article’s screenshot |
| 2026-02-11 | Added ColorCop section |