Your LINQ to the next

level of Collision Repair

PPG LINQ™ Color delivers fast, accurate color matching with wireless connectivity and real-time updates to streamline the refinishing process.

Benefits of LINQ Color Software:

  • Instant Access – Retrieve accurate color matches anytime, anywhere with PPG LINQ™ Color. As a cloud-based platform, it’s accessible from any internet-connected device.

  • Faster Workflow Efficiency – Accelerate the color matching process with rapid search results powered by cloud computing and PPG’s proprietary technology.

  • Real-Time Updates & Cloud Backup – Stay current with automatic live updates and instant access to the latest PPG formulas. Securely store data, formulas, and information in the cloud without the need for manual software updates.

Getting the perfect color match is as easy as 1, 2, 3.

  1. PPG DigiMatch™, advanced spectrophotometer boosting six imaging angles and six reflectance angles.

  2. PPG LINQ™ Color enhances the process of selecting and comparing the correct colors for repair processes and is seamlessly connected to digital hardware and software solutions.

  3. PPG VisualizID™, Color Visualization Technology allowing paint technicians to compare color match in three dimensional renderings under different light sources and shape orientations.

Access LINQ Color

Enhance your color match experience with PPG DigiMatch spectrophotometer and PPG VisualizID color visualization technology.

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DIY enthusiasts and automotive professionals can take advantage of advanced color matching technologies by visiting a ColorVision store in person, where they can have their colors matched using the DigiMatch spectrophotometer and VisualizID visualization technology for fast, accurate, and cost-effective results.

The PPG DigiMatch spectrophotometer offers quick and precise color matching, reading car surfaces in under 30 seconds—even curved ones. With 6 reflectance and imaging angles, it helps identify color and texture information for fast formula retrieval, reducing repair time and spray-out costs. Lightweight and user-friendly, it connects easily to PPG VisualizID for seamless color identification.

If you are paying for high quality paints for your restoration or DIY project- don’t settle for subpar match! Stop into a ColorVision location to get your paint job to the next level!

*Not all lines of paint are able to be matched in VisualizID- consult your ColorVision representative to find the solution that fits your needs!

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Your Questions, Answered.

  • PPG LINQ™ Color is a cloud-based digital color management platform designed to simplify and improve the automotive refinish color matching process. It helps users quickly identify, retrieve, and mix accurate color formulas while connecting seamlessly with compatible PPG hardware and tools.

  • The platform uses advanced color retrieval technology and integrates with tools such as the PPG DigiMatch™ spectrophotometer and PPG VisualizID™ color visualization technology. Together, these tools help users compare variants, evaluate match quality, and identify the best blendable color match.

  • PPG LINQ™ Color is compatible with most modern devices, including:

    • Windows® computers (and TOUCHMIX® systems) running Windows 7 or later

    • Apple® Mac computers

    • Tablets and smartphones running Android™ 10 or iOS® 15 and higher

    • Popular web browsers such as Chrome™, Microsoft Edge®, and Safari®

    A reliable internet connection is recommended for optimal performance.

  • No. Because PPG LINQ™ Color is web-based, there is no complicated software installation required. Users simply log in through a supported internet browser to begin searching colors, managing formulas, and connecting compatible devices.

  • Yes. PPG LINQ™ Color is designed to work with many current PPG-compatible devices, including supported scales, spectrophotometers, and mixing room hardware. Compatibility may vary depending on the equipment model and generation.

  • Yes. Users can save formulas to a mix queue and retrieve them later when ready to mix. This helps shops organize workflow and manage multiple repair jobs more efficiently.

  • Yes. PPG LINQ™ Color supports wireless communication with compatible devices through solutions such as the PPG MagicBox™ smart device and PPG MagicApp™ software. These tools help connect scales, spectrophotometers, and printers to the system.

  • Yes. PPG LINQ™ Color allows users to filter color variants and compare multiple formulas side-by-side. This feature helps narrow down options and improve color selection for challenging matches.

  • Yes. When paired with the PPG MagicBox™ smart device and optional PPG MagicSensor™, PPG LINQ™ Color can monitor environmental conditions such as temperature and humidity. This helps shops maintain more consistent paint application conditions and supports overall process control.

    To learn more about this technology reach out to your local ColorVision location.

  • Access is typically provided through your local PPG distributor or representative. Once approved, users receive login credentials and setup instructions to begin using the platform.