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Patented Color Strategy System
US Pat No. 12,555,150

🧰 Step 1: Charge Your Nix Mini 3

If you’ve opened your kit and your Nix Mini 3 is wrapped in a black ribbon, that means it’s already charged and ready to go.

If it’s wrapped in plastic, you’ll want to open it up and charge it for about three hours before using it.

whats included in the tailored color kit

📲 Step 2: Download the Nix Toolkit App

Download the Nix Toolkit App.

After installation, sign in or create an account.

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⚙️ Step 3: Adjust Settings

IMPORTANT! From the main menu, tap Single Scan at the top.

You’ll see a blank screen, and the settings might look different than mine, so let’s fix that real quick.

Tap the gear icon in the upper right corner to open Settings.

Scroll down until you see Illuminant D65 2° observer — make sure that’s selected.

Keep scrolling until you find Display Color Fields — set this to LCh(ab).

That’s it. Tap the arrow in the top left to go back.

Settings for Nix

🎯 Step 4: Start Scanning

Now you’re ready to scan.

  • Hold the Nix so the small circle (aperture) is flat against the surface.
  • The side with the TC logo should be facing up.
  • You don’t need to press hard. Smooth surfaces: just rest it. Textured surfaces: light pressure is okay — but no squishing.
  • Once it’s in place, tap Scan with Nix. A digital color swatch will appear on your screen.

Good news: the Nix blocks out ambient light, so you can scan from any angle — vertical, horizontal, even upside down.

💾 Step 5: Save and Name Your Scan

Tap the black square with the disk icon on the right-hand side.

In the Color Name field, enter a clear description — for example: Sofa or Kitchen Tile.

When prompted, create a Library. Tap Add New Library and name it something broad, such as your last name + House.

Then create a Collection inside that Library — for example: Living Room or Main Floor.

Every scan requires three fields:

  • Color Name
  • Library
  • Collection

Tap OK. Your scan is saved and you’re ready for the next one.

name and organize nix scans

🔁 Step 6: Repeat for Each Surface

Tap Single Scan and repeat the process for every surface that will influence the color strategy.

Examples: countertops, tile, wood flooring, upholstery, rugs, artwork.

Multi-Point Averaging Required for Patterned or Non-Uniform Surfaces

  • Scan the same surface 3–7 times.
  • Move in a logical sequence (left to right is recommended).
  • Capture light, medium, and dark areas.
  • Save and label each scan clearly.

Save individual scans. Do not rely on automatic averaging. Individual data points allow for more accurate evaluation and strategy development.

Multi-point averaging with Nix Mini 3

📤 Step 7: Export Scans

When you’re done scanning, return to the main menu and tap My Favorite Colors.

It may seem like you should choose “Manage and Browse Libraries” — but don’t. “My Favorite Colors” is the one you want.

Once you’re in, you’ll see your Favorite Libraries listed. Tap the CSV icon — the one that looks like a tiny spreadsheet.

You’ll get a prompt to share or export the file.

You can email the CSV (you have my email), or upload it to your Google Drive and send me the link.

Send Nix Sensor CSV File

🏁 You’re Done!

Once I receive your scans, I’ll begin building your personalized

Tailored Color Strategy

💌 One Last Thing…

When you email your .csv file to me, that’s the perfect time to include a few notes:

  • Paint colors you’ve already tried
  • What worked
  • What didn’t — and why
  • Colors you love
  • Colors you want to avoid

Also share anything that won’t show up in a scan:

  • Lighting quirks
  • How the space is used
  • Long-term goals for the room

If questions come up along the way, reach out.

Tailored Color starts with the color DNA you measure from your fixed finishes and important elements.

I’m looking forward to showing you what’s possible — and setting you up for confident color decisions.

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