Color Detection Using Python, OpenCV, and Pandas
Paritosh Chaudhari
Department of Computer Engineering
[Your College Name]
Email: [your.email@example.com]
Abstract
This project presents a simple application for detecting colors in images using Python. It uses OpenCV for
image processing and Pandas for managing a dataset of color names and RGB values. When a user clicks
on an image, the system detects the color at that pixel and displays its name. This tool can be used in design,
accessibility, and educational contexts.
Keywords
Color Detection, OpenCV, RGB, Python, Pandas, Image Processing
I. Introduction
Color detection is widely used in image editing, robotics, and assistive tools. This project aims to identify the
name of any color in an image when clicked by the user. It uses basic computer vision techniques without the
need for complex models, making it easy to implement and understand.
II. Tools & Dataset
- Python Libraries: OpenCV, Pandas, NumPy
- Dataset: A CSV file with 865 color names and corresponding RGB/hex values is used for matching.
- Approach: On mouse click, RGB values are fetched from the image and compared to the dataset using
Euclidean distance to find the closest color name.
III. Implementation
1. Load an image using OpenCV.
2. Register a mouse event to detect clicks.
3. Fetch RGB values of the clicked pixel.
4. Compare with dataset and identify the closest color.
Color Detection Using Python, OpenCV, and Pandas
5. Display the color name and RGB values on the image.
IV. Results
The application works well for different images and lighting conditions. It accurately displays the color name
based on RGB comparison. Some edge cases may arise where very similar shades are hard to distinguish.
V. Applications
- Helping color-blind users
- Picking design colors
- Learning color codes
- Basic computer vision practice
VI. Conclusion
This project demonstrates how simple Python libraries can be used to create a practical tool for color
detection. It can be extended for more advanced features like live video detection or color categorization.
References
1. DataFlair. "Color Detection Python Project."
2. OpenCV Docs - https://opencv.org/
3. Pandas Documentation - https://pandas.pydata.org/