I mainly throw white and dip my trailer in chartreuse JJs Magic. If I’m night fishing or the water is real muddy, i throw black and blue. I’ll throw bluegill color closer to the spawn and post spawn when they are eating bluegills, but still prefer the white for everyday use.
I used to leave the blades alone and did well. But i have a little more confidence when i sharpie the blades black. Someone mentioned it a while ago and I bought in and like it.
As far as size, i prefer 1/2oz but throw 3/8 when im fishing shallow grass.