Pixeur

If you're a designer working on Windows and need a straightforward tool for grabbing colors, you might want to check out Pixeur. It's a free, lightweight program that’s been around for a while but still holds up for basic color picking tasks. Designed specifically for Windows, it fits right into the workflow of graphic and web designers who need quick access to color codes without any fuss.

Pixeur was last updated back in 2008 and works on older systems like Windows 98, which tells you it’s not a new app, but sometimes simplicity is exactly what you need. Even though it’s only available in English, it’s been downloaded nearly 10,000 times since 2006, with users in places like Sweden, Taiwan, and the Netherlands showing particular interest. The program doesn’t take up much space, so it won’t slow down your machine.

One of the handiest features is the color picker just point it anywhere on your screen, and it grabs the color code for you. Plus, the history function keeps track of your recent picks, so you don’t have to remember or re select colors you’ve used before. It’s a no nonsense tool that does one thing and does it well.

There aren’t many downsides mentioned, though it’s worth noting that since it hasn’t been updated in over a decade, it might not support newer color formats or high DPI screens. Still, for quick, everyday use, Pixeur remains a reliable choice.