Transform your color workflow with ColorLogic Core SDK, a modular, ICC-compliant engine backed by over 20 years of color management expertise. Build custom profiles, integrate proprietary transformations, and process files across all color spaces with platform-independent technology. From device profiles to DeviceLink conversions, automate advanced color transformations with high-performance tools designed for professionals. Streamline your color management solution with production-proven technology trusted worldwide.
Features and benefits
Built for Integration
- Modular architecture for embedding only what you need
- Ideal for OEMs building print production tools, RIPs, DFEs, QC systems
- Fully scriptable and automation-ready
Unmatched Color Precision
- Hybrid Software, ColorLogic and Helix Color Solutions use the ColorLogic Core SDK
- Full support for ICC-based workflows (v2 & v4) and advanced DeviceLinks
- High-quality rendering and accurate previewing with soft proofing support
Cross-platform & Scalable
- Available for macOS, Windows, and Linux (x86_64 + ARM64/AArch64)
- Thread-safe and ready for parallel processing
- Optimized for performance and memory efficiency in production environments
Flexible Licensing Options
- Licensing available per module or complete bundle
- Easy to integrate into commercial or proprietary systems
- Backed by ColorLogic and Hybrid Software for long-term support
How It Works
The ColorLogic Core SDK consists of a set of modular libraries for developers. Each module handles a specific task, e.g., profile creation, color conversion, spot color management. Developers can use the entire suite or select only what’s relevant for their application. The SDK integrates directly into your C/C++ or scripting environment, enabling full color control in your own UI or workflow tool.
Key Benefits
Proven, High-Precision Color Engine Trusted Worldwide - Leverages the same advanced technology behind ColorLogic’s award-winning tools (CoPrA, ZePrA, ColorAnt)
Modular Design for Flexible Integration - OEMs can implement only the components they need—profiling, conversion, measurement, and more
Professional ICC and DeviceLink Profile Creation - Build and use custom profiles for any color space, including Multicolor up to 10 channels
Supports Custom and Proprietary Color Transformations - Go beyond ICC with your own algorithms, while retaining full compliance
Cross-Platform Compatibility - Available for Windows, macOS, and Linux (on request) for seamless deployment
Simple, Lightweight C API - Easy to implement, even in complex systems or embedded environments
Spot Color Accuracy with Spectral and CxF Support - Precise handling of brand and spot colors for packaging and label workflows
Batch Automation and CLI for Headless Workflows - Streamline PDF and image color conversion in automated production environments
Supports All Common File Types and Color Spaces - Works with PDF, TIFF, JPEG, PSD, Gray, RGB, CMYK, and Multicolor workflows
Why Choose ColorLogic Core SDK?
Proven technology trusted by major color tools worldwide
Accelerate your development with reliable, drop-in color modules
Avoid licensing uncertainty with professional-grade support and compliance
Future-proof your workflow with consistent updates and a scalable foundation
Modules and profiles
CMM (Color Management Module)
- Fully ICC-compliant, modular engine
- Integrates custom proprietary transformations
- High performance linking across different color transformations
- 8bit, 16bit, or full precision processing
- Simple and straightforward C-API
- Platform independent (Windows, OS X, Linux)
CLI (Command Line Interface)
- Fastest integration of ColorLogic technology
- ColorLogic PDF engine for automated PDF color transformation
- Supports pixel data (TIFF, JPEG, Adobe Photoshop)
- All color spaces (Gray, RGB, CMYK, Multicolor)
- Platform independent (Windows, OS X)
Device Profiles & DeviceLink Profiles
- Supports all profile types (output, DeviceLink, named, abstract)
- Comprehensive profiling capabilities (linearization, TAC limit, ink splitting, color separation, proofing, spot colors)
- All color spaces supported (Gray, RGB, CMYK, Multicolor up to 10 channels)
- Profiles based on colorimetric or spectral data
- Calculates any DeviceLink between different color spaces (RGB-to-CMYK, CMYK-to-Multicolor)
- Platform independent (Windows, OS X, Linux)