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How do I use custom colors in Google Sheets?

Published in Google Sheets Customization 3 mins read

You can use custom colors in Google Sheets by using the color picker tool and entering specific color codes. Here's how:

Steps to Add Custom Colors

  1. Open your Google Sheet: Start by accessing your Google Sheets document on your computer.
  2. Select the tool with color options: In the toolbar, click on the Text color tool, or any other tool that offers color options, like the fill color tool.
  3. Access the Custom Colors option: Look for a section labeled "Custom" in the color picker menu.
  4. Add a custom color: Click the option that says "Add a custom color". This will open a dialog box where you can define your new color.
  5. Enter the Color Code: In this dialog, you can specify your desired color by using either:
    • Hex code: This is a six-digit hexadecimal representation of the color (e.g., #FF0000 for red).
    • RGB values: This uses red, green, and blue values, ranging from 0 to 255 (e.g., 255, 0, 0 for red).

Note: Both methods will produce the same results if the equivalent values are entered.

  1. Click OK: Once you've entered your custom color values, click "OK" to apply it.

Example of Applying Custom Color

Let's say you want to use a specific shade of teal that isn't in the default color palette. You have its hex code: #008080.

  1. After opening your spreadsheet and selecting the cells, the tool with color options, you would select "Add a custom color".
  2. Then, you will enter #008080 into the hex code field.
  3. Click "OK" to apply this color to the selected cells.
  4. The custom teal will now be available in your recent color selections for future use.

Benefits of Using Custom Colors

  • Branding: Use your brand's specific colors in your spreadsheets for a consistent look.
  • Data Visualization: Differentiate your data better using your preferred colors, enhancing visual clarity.
  • Personalization: Adjust colors to your own preferences for improved usability.
  • Consistency: Ensure all colors match across different spreadsheets and other documents by using specific hex or RGB values.

By utilizing custom colors, you can create more unique, professional, and useful spreadsheets that perfectly suit your specific needs and preferences.

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