Adobe ASE from Image
Adobe ASE from an image means converting colors extracted from a photo into an Adobe Swatch Exchange (.ase) file you can load in Photoshop, Illustrator, or InDesign. PhotoTones Pro ($7/month) exports ASE in your browser — no Adobe ID, no image upload.
Export Adobe ASE from a Photo in 3 Steps
- Upload a logo, product shot, or mood board to PhotoTones
- Click “Generate Color Palette” — up to 12 colors on Pro
- Download the Adobe ASE file with PhotoTones Pro — or the full brand kit ZIP (includes ASE in
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Get Adobe ASE swatches from your image
Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign ready — $7/month, cancel anytime. Images never leave your device.
Where ASE Fits in a Creative Cloud Workflow
- Photoshop — Load Swatches → apply fills, gradients, and layer styles from photo-derived colors
- Illustrator — Open Swatch Library → keep brand marks consistent across vector assets
- InDesign — Load swatches into layouts so print and digital share the same palette
Need developer formats too? Pro also exports Tailwind, SCSS, CSS variables, design tokens, and Figma Variables JSON from the same extraction.
PhotoTones vs Adobe Color for ASE
Adobe Color is strong for theory-based palettes and native Creative Cloud sync. PhotoTones wins when the source is a photo you cannot upload: extraction and ASE packaging stay client-side, and you get a client-ready brand kit in one click — something Adobe Color does not ship.
Free Hex Codes vs Pro ASE Export
Free PhotoTones returns up to 6 colors with hex, RGB, and HSL copy. Adobe ASE download, Procreate .swatches, brand kit ZIP, and extended 8/10/12-color palettes require PhotoTones Pro.
Skip manual swatch entry
One ASE file from your photo — or the full brand kit with ASE included.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is an Adobe ASE file from an image?
An Adobe ASE (Adobe Swatch Exchange) file is a standard swatch format that stores named colors for Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, and other Creative Cloud apps. PhotoTones Pro generates an ASE file from colors extracted from your photo in the browser.
Do I need PhotoTones Pro to export Adobe ASE from an image?
Yes. Adobe ASE export is a PhotoTones Pro feature at $7/month (cancel anytime). The free tool still extracts up to 6 colors with hex, RGB, and HSL copy — no signup — so you can preview the palette before upgrading.
How do I load a PhotoTones ASE file in Photoshop or Illustrator?
In Photoshop or Illustrator, open the Swatches panel, choose Load Swatches (or Open Swatch Library), and select the .ase file downloaded from PhotoTones Pro. Named palette colors appear in the panel ready to apply.
Is PhotoTones better than Adobe Color for ASE from photos?
For image-driven ASE export with privacy, PhotoTones Pro processes photos locally — no Adobe ID and no upload — and also ships design tokens, Figma JSON, and a brand kit ZIP. Adobe Color is stronger for rule-based theory palettes (triadic, complementary) inside Creative Cloud.
Does the brand kit ZIP include Adobe ASE?
Yes. PhotoTones Pro brand kit ZIPs include palette/ with Adobe ASE and Procreate .swatches alongside the print-ready guide, tokens, Figma JSON, and theme CSS.