Understanding HWB to CMYK Conversion

For print and digital designs, converting colors from HWB (Hue, Whiteness, Blackness) to CMYK (Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, Black) is a common requirement. CMYK is essential for printing, while HWB is ideal for intuitive color adjustments.

What is CMYK?

CMYK is a subtractive color model used in printing, consisting of:

• Cyan (C): The amount of cyan ink used.
• Magenta (M): The amount of magenta ink used.
• Yellow (Y): The amount of yellow ink used.
• Black (K): The amount of black ink used.

Why Convert HWB to CMYK?

Converting HWB to CMYK ensures that your colors are optimized for professional printing, while retaining the intuitive adjustments HWB provides during design.

Example HWB to CMYK Conversion

Input HWB Values:

• Hue (H): 90° (Green)
• Whiteness (W): 10%
• Blackness (B): 20%

Conversion Process:

1. Convert HWB to RGB by adjusting whiteness and blackness.
2. Transform the RGB values into CMYK using standard formulas.

Output: CMYK Color Code: C(50%), M(0%), Y(50%), K(20%)

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