What is Hue?

Hue is the pure color itself, representing the basic color family such as red, blue, yellow, green, orange, or purple. It's the attribute that allows us to distinguish one color from another and refers to the color's position on the color wheel.

When to focus on Hue?

Hue is fundamental when establishing color schemes, brand identity, or creating visual hierarchy. It's particularly important when choosing primary colors for a design system or when you want to evoke specific emotions or associations through color.

When not to rely solely on Hue?

Hue alone cannot create effective color schemes. You also need to consider saturation and brightness. Additionally, hue should not be the only way to convey important information, as colorblind users may not distinguish between certain hues.

What is the importance of Hue in Color Theory?

Hue is the foundation of color theory and helps create color relationships like complementary, analogous, and triadic schemes. Understanding hue relationships is essential for creating harmonious and effective color palettes that support design goals and user experience.