Time for action — using the dropper tool

Open an Inkscape file with objects on the canvas or create a quick object to try this out:

1. Select an object on the canvas.
2. Select the dropper tool from the toolbar or use the shortcut key F7.
3. Then click anywhere in the drawing with that tool that has the color you want to choose. The chosen color will be assigned to the selected object's fill. Alternatively, use Shift + click to set the stroke color.
4. Be aware of the tool control bar and the dropper tool controls, shown as follows:
   
5. The two buttons affect the opacity of the object, especially if it is different than the 100% setting.
   • If Pick is disabled, then the color as chosen by the dropper looks exactly like it is on screen
   • If Pick is enabled and Assign is disabled, then the color picked by the dropper is one that the object would have if its opacity was 100%
   • If Pick is enabled and Assign is enabled, then the color and opacity are both copied from the picked object

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