CSS Box Shadow Generator
Generate CSS box shadows using a free online box shadow generator with a live preview. Customize shadow properties like offset, blur, and color to design visually appealing elements. This tool is ideal for web designers and developers creating styled interfaces.
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Presets
CSS Code
.element {
box-shadow: 5px 5px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.2);
}
How to Use
- Adjust shadow properties:
- Horizontal/Vertical offset
- Blur and spread radius
- Shadow color and opacity
- Inner/outer shadow type
- Customize preview:
- Change background colors
- Modify element size
- Select element shape
- Use presets for quick styles
- Copy generated CSS code
Common Uses
- Web design elements
- UI component styling
- Card and modal shadows
- Button hover effects
- Depth and elevation
- Material design shadows
- Creative visual effects
Shadow Properties
- Horizontal Offset: Moves shadow left/right
- Vertical Offset: Moves shadow up/down
- Blur Radius: Controls shadow softness
- Spread Radius: Expands/contracts shadow size
- Color & Opacity: Shadow appearance
- Inner/Outer: Shadow placement
Tips and Tricks
- Use subtle shadows for depth
- Layer multiple shadows for complexity
- Match shadow direction with light source
- Consider contrast with background
- Test on different backgrounds
- Use presets as starting points
- Adjust opacity for realism