CSS Box Shadow Generator - Create Beautiful Shadows Visually
Our CSS Box Shadow Generator allows you to visually create and customize shadows for your web elements. Whether you need subtle drop shadows for depth, inner shadows for inset effects, or text shadows for typography, this tool provides instant visual feedback and clean CSS code.
Why Use CSS Shadows in Web Design?
- Depth and Dimension - Shadows create visual hierarchy and depth on flat screens
- Focus and Attention - Shadows draw attention to important elements
- Modern Aesthetics - Well-crafted shadows contribute to contemporary design
- User Experience - Shadows help users understand element relationships and interactions
- Visual Feedback - Shadows can indicate interactive elements (buttons, cards)
- Brand Identity - Consistent shadow styling contributes to brand recognition
Key Features of Our Shadow Generator
Our tool includes these powerful features for creating perfect shadows:
- Multiple Shadow Types - Box shadows, inner shadows, and text shadows
- Complete Property Control - Adjust horizontal/vertical offset, blur radius, and spread
- Live Visual Preview - See changes instantly as you adjust values
- Color Customization - Full control over shadow color, background, and text colors
- Quick Presets - One-click application of common shadow styles
- Multiple Shadow Layers - Create complex effects with multiple shadow layers
- Detailed CSS Output - Get clean, commented CSS code with vendor prefixes if needed
- One-Click Copy - Copy generated CSS code to clipboard instantly
- Responsive Preview - Preview shadows on different element sizes
- Browser Compatibility - Generate code that works across all modern browsers
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between box-shadow and text-shadow?
Box-shadow applies shadows to the entire element box (including background and border), while text-shadow applies shadows specifically to text content within the element.
Can I create inner shadows?
Yes! Use the "inset" keyword in box-shadow to create inner shadows. Our tool has a dedicated inner shadow mode for this.
What do the different shadow properties mean?
• Horizontal/Vertical Offset: Shadow position relative to element
• Blur Radius: How blurry the shadow edges are
• Spread Radius: How much the shadow expands/contracts
• Color: Shadow color with optional transparency
Can I use multiple shadows on one element?
Yes! You can apply multiple shadow layers separated by commas. Each layer can have different properties creating complex effects.
Are CSS shadows supported in all browsers?
Yes! CSS box-shadow and text-shadow are supported in all modern browsers including Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge, and Opera. They're also supported in IE9+ for box-shadow and IE10+ for text-shadow.
How do I make shadows look more realistic?
Use subtle offsets (2-5px), appropriate blur (5-15px), and semi-transparent colors (rgba with alpha 0.1-0.3). Multiple subtle shadows often look more natural than one strong shadow.
Common Shadow Use Cases
- Cards & Panels - Subtle drop shadows for depth and separation
- Buttons - Light shadows for raised appearance, inner shadows for pressed state
- Modal Windows - Stronger shadows to indicate elevation above other content
- Text Effects - Text shadows for readability on busy backgrounds
- Images - Shadows to make images stand out from the background
- Navigation - Subtle shadows for dropdown menus and navigation bars
- Form Elements - Inner shadows for input fields, drop shadows for focus states
- Loading States - Pulsing shadows for loading animations
Whether you're designing a modern web application, creating a responsive website, or just experimenting with different visual styles, our CSS Shadow Generator provides the perfect combination of visual control and technical precision.