To change a hex color in Adobe Illustrator, you typically interact with the Color window and the subsequent Color Picker dialog box. Here's a simple method based on standard Illustrator features:
In Illustrator, you can quickly change the hex code for a selected object's fill or stroke color using the Color window and Color Picker.
Steps to Change Hex Color
Changing the exact color using a hex code in Illustrator is a straightforward process once you access the right tools. Follow these steps to input a specific hex value:
- Open the Color Window: In your Illustrator document, press the F6 key. This action displays or hides the Color window, which is essential for manipulating colors.
- Access the Color Picker: Within the Color window, you will see boxes representing the Fill and Stroke colors. Double-click on either the Fill box or the Stroke box, depending on which color you wish to change. This action opens the comprehensive Color Picker dialog box.
- Locate and Select the Hex Input Field: Inside the Color Picker window, look for the section labeled with a # symbol. Next to this symbol is a text box displaying the current hex code. Double-click inside this box next to the #. This action typically selects the existing hex code, making it ready for you to type over.
- Enter the New Hex Code: With the hex input field ready, type in the desired new six-digit hex color code (e.g., FFFFFF for white, 000000 for black, FF0000 for red).
- Apply the Color: After typing the hex code, click OK in the Color Picker dialog box. The selected object's fill or stroke color will update to the new hex value you entered.
This process allows for precise color selection using specific hex values, ensuring consistency across your design projects.
