What do the color codes mean on the caps of Crayola Alcohol-based Markers?

Each alcohol-based marker cap includes a color code to help identify the shade inside and keep your markers organized.

The letters at the beginning of the code show the general color family the marker belongs to. Examples:

• G / LG / YG / BG / GB – Green family

• B / LB / DB / VB – Blue family

• R / DR / RV – Red and red violet family

• Y / LY / BY – Yellow family

• BR – Browns

• WG / TG / CG / EG / DG – Grays 

• CLR – Colorless blender

The numbers after the alpha prefixes are for our scientists to keep track of secret formulas, but can be useful for finding an exact color again; however, they don’t classify the color’s intensity or how light or dark it is. The best way to choose a shade is by referencing the color name and swatch card laydowns. 

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