peekapixel

an interactive color picker tool that reveals pixel colors on hover over uploaded images

peekapixel is a developer-friendly tool that allows users to analyze and extract color information from images. perfect for designers and developers who need to identify specific color values from visual references.

peekapixel

key features

  • real-time color picking on hover
  • local image upload and storage
  • color format conversion (hex, rgb, hsl)
  • image history tracking
  • responsive design

tech stack

frontend

next.js
typescript
tailwind css
shadcn/ui
framer motion
next-themes

storage

local blob storage
indexeddb

devops

vercel
custom domain

screenshots

peekapixel screenshot 1
peekapixel screenshot 2

challenges

  • implementing efficient pixel color extraction
  • managing local storage for uploaded images
  • ensuring smooth hover performance

solutions

  • used canvas api for pixel data extraction
  • implemented efficient blob storage management
  • optimized hover events with debouncing