How to Add Brand Colors

When generating brand guidelines with GuideIt, you can add up to 6 brand colors using three different methods. This gives you flexibility depending on how you prefer to work in Adobe Illustrator.

Method 1: Paste the Color Code Directly

This is the fastest way to add a brand color.

Steps

1. Copy your HEX color code.

2. Paste the code directly into the color input box in GuideIt.

   
   

You must click Generate or Apply Changes for the color codes to appear in your brand guidelines.

Method 2: Use the Color Picker HEX Field

You can also enter the color using Illustrator’s color picker.

Steps

1. Click the color icon next to the color field.
2. The Color Picker window will open.
3. Paste your HEX color code into the HEX field.
4. Click OK to apply the color.

Method 3: Use the Eyedropper Tool

You can sample a color directly from artwork.

Steps

1. Click the color icon to open the Color Picker.
2. Select the Eyedropper tool.
3. Click a color anywhere on your screen to sample it.