colorize

Introduce strategic color palettes to monochromatic interface designs using OKLCH color values.

Updated Apr 9, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/ivaylo91/Shopping-Mobile-App --skill colorize-ivaylo91
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: colorize
Source: https://github.com/ivaylo91/Shopping-Mobile-App/tree/main/.agents/skills/colorize
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/ivaylo91/Shopping-Mobile-App --skill colorize-ivaylo91

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve? Interfaces built with pure grayscale or a single timid accent feel dull and fail to communicate state, hierarchy, and brand personality. This Skill guides the systematic introduction of purposeful color so designs gain warmth, meaning, and visual interest without becoming chaotic. ## Core Features & Use Cases - Color Opportunity Assessment: Analyzes the current design for color absence, missed semantic opportunities, and existing brand colors before making changes. - Strategic Palette Planning: Defines a 60/30/10 dominant-secondary-accent structure with 2-4 colors beyond neutrals, using OKLCH for perceptually uniform scales. - Systematic Application: Applies color across semantic states, CTAs, backgrounds, data visualization, borders, typography, and decorative elements while enforcing WCAG contrast ratios. - Use Case: A dashboard built entirely in grays needs to feel more engaging. The Skill audits the UI, proposes a warm tinted-neutral base with a green success/amber warning/blue info semantic set, and colorizes primary buttons, status badges, and section headers while verifying accessibility. ## Quick Start Ask the AI to colorize the dashboard page because it looks too gray and needs a warmer, more expressive palette.

Frequently Asked Questions about colorize

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I add color to a gray or monochromatic UI design?

Start by assessing where color adds meaning: semantic states, hierarchy, and wayfinding. Then define a small palette of 2-4 colors beyond neutrals, assign a dominant color to 60% of colored elements, and apply accents to primary actions, badges, and headers.

How many colors should a UI color palette have?

Choose 2-4 colors beyond neutrals, structured as a dominant color at 60%, a secondary at 30%, and a high-contrast accent at 10%. Using every color in the rainbow creates chaos rather than hierarchy.

Why use OKLCH instead of hex or HSL for UI colors?

OKLCH is perceptually uniform, meaning equal steps in lightness look equal to the human eye. This makes it well suited for generating harmonious color scales and consistent tints across a design system.

Does adding color to a UI affect accessibility?

Yes, all color combinations must meet WCAG contrast ratios of 4.5:1 for text and 3:1 for UI components. Color should never be the only indicator of state; pair it with icons, labels, or patterns so colorblind users are not excluded.

What are common mistakes when colorizing an interface?

Common mistakes include applying color randomly without semantic meaning, putting gray text on colored backgrounds, using pure black or white for large areas, defaulting to generic purple-blue gradients, and making everything colorful so nothing stands out.