Build a LUT from a reference. Then make it yours.
Match a reference, refine individual colors, test real images, and export a technically validated LUT.
ColorDesign automatically analyzes the color, brightness, contrast, and overall tone of your reference image and transforms it into a reusable 3D LUT. Easily extract the visual style of movie screenshots, photography, commercial campaigns, or social media photos.
Image decoding and color grading run locally in your browser. Export CUBE for LUT-capable editors and approximate XMP for Lightroom. CapCut LUT import depends on the version and platform.
From inspiration image to professional color preset in just seconds.
Clone Styles in Real-time
Compare how our cloner matches color. Extract style attributes and map them seamlessly.
Precision-Engineered for Professional Software
Automated Color Matrixing
Select a source image and a reference, preview the color match, then refine and export a reusable creative look.
1. Ingest Source Image
Load your raw, flat, or unprocessed image to establish the base color matrix.
2. Analyze Color Signature
Upload any master reference image to instantly isolate its dynamic chrominance and luminance vectors.
3. Compile & Export
Reference matching builds reusable color transforms, letting you preview the grade and download cross-platform 3D LUTs.
Interactive Coloring Sandbox
Experience dynamic YCbCr vectorscope and waveform analysis mapping color presets in real-time.
Color Studio V1.0
Select Cinematic Look
4 PresetsReal-time Look Analysis
Initializing Color Engine...
Professional Color Grading
Everything you need to clone and apply cinematic color grades
Edge Computing: 100% Browser Sandboxed
Reference matching and LUT processing run locally in your browser. Processing time depends on image size and your device.
CUBE and Approximate XMP Export
Export full-range sRGB 3D LUTs (17³ / 33³ / 65³), approximate Lightroom XMP presets and Full Grade PNGs. XMP is not equivalent to a LUT and excludes Point Color and new refinements.
Perceptual L*a*b* Space Tuning
Reference matching uses L*a*b* color space with Reinhard color transfer, histogram matching, or a combined method. Results depend on exposure, lighting and the reference image.
Protect Natural Skin Hues
Reduces color transfer in the skin-tone hue range to help preserve natural skin colors. Protection uses color values, not face detection or a subject mask.
Highlight roll-off curves
Illustrative tone curve. Preview the film-inspired look, inspect shadows and highlights, and adjust strength for your footage.
Works With Your Favorite Software
Use .cube in editors with LUT import. Lightroom uses the approximate .xmp preset. CapCut import depends on your version and platform; see the workflow guide for format and color-space limits.
Photo Editing Software
Video Editing & Color Grading
Pricing
Simple, transparent pricing
Free Plan
Real-time PNG previews (with watermark)
Export with starter credits after login
Reference matching and color refinement
Community support
Basic Plan
Export LUT files (.cube, .xmp)
No watermark on exports
Color Studio basic presets (20+)
17³ / 33³ / 65³ LUT export with credits
Pro Plan
Export LUT files (.cube, .xmp)
No watermark on exports
Color Studio full styles (All looks)
17³ / 33³ / 65³ LUT export with credits
Commercial use license
Priority customer support
Ultimate Plan
Export LUT files (.cube, .xmp)
No watermark on exports
Color Studio full styles (All looks)
17³ / 33³ / 65³ LUT export with credits
Commercial use license
Lifetime free version upgrades & early access to new features
Priority customer support
Build a look from your referenceDone in Seconds, Not Hours
Transform your photos with cinematic color grading. No expensive software or colorists needed.
- Free to start with credits
- No credit card required
- Cancel anytime
- Export to any major software
5 free credits included • No credit card required
Import to DaVinci, Premiere, Lightroom
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about LUT generation
What is a LUT?
A LUT (Look-Up Table) is a file that maps input colors to output colors, allowing you to apply a consistent color grade to multiple images. It's widely used in video and photo editing.
What software supports .cube files?
.cube is used by video editors that support LUT import, including DaVinci Resolve, Premiere Pro and Final Cut Pro. Lightroom uses the approximate .xmp preset rather than importing .cube as a preset. CapCut LUT import depends on the version and platform.
Is my image uploaded to a server?
No, all processing happens entirely in your browser. Your images never leave your device, ensuring complete privacy.
What does the Strength slider do?
The Strength slider blends between the original image and the full color transfer. At 0%, you see the original; at 100%, you see the full LUT effect.
What LUT grid size should I use?
17³ (4,913 points) is lightweight and fast. 33³ (35,937 points) offers the best balance. 65³ (274,625 points) provides highest precision but is larger.
How does Skin Tone Protection work?
The algorithm detects pixels in the skin tone range and preserves their original color characteristics while applying the LUT to non-skin areas.
Still have questions? support@colordesign.net
Reference image to LUT: ColorDesign workflow and export guide
ColorDesign matches reference-image colors and previews image or video grades locally in your browser. Export .cube LUTs, approximate .xmp presets, and graded PNGs.
ColorDesign is a browser-based color grading tool for photographers and video creators. LUT Generator matches a source image or video frame to a reference image; Color Studio starts from film-inspired looks. Both let you refine the look before export.
| Processing | Media decoding, reference matching and color grading run locally in your browser. Account and payment requests use the network. |
|---|---|
| Exports | .cube 3D LUT, approximate .xmp Camera Raw preset, and graded .png still image. XMP does not reproduce the full LUT or Point Color adjustments. |
| LUT grid sizes | 17³: 4,913 points; 33³: 35,937 points; 65³: 274,625 points. Larger grids sample more densely; check the exported-LUT preview and validation warnings. |
| Input color space | Full-range sRGB RGB values. Normalize camera Log footage in your editor before applying the creative LUT. |
| Video support | Local color grading preview, seeking and still-frame capture. Graded-video file export is not available. |
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