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 # color-converter
 A python utility that translates color codes to other formats.
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+= actively under construction =
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+# Usage
+Download the python file and run it! No dependencies besides vanilla Python.
+
+I'll flesh README out later, but for now, use the help menu:
+`python color-converter.py --help`