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Why Use This CSS Shadow Generator?
Real-Time Preview
See your shadow update instantly as you adjust settings. No guesswork—what you see is exactly what you get.
Multiple Layers
Stack multiple shadow layers for complex effects. Create depth and dimension with layered shadows like the pros.
8 Quick Presets
Start with professional presets like Subtle, Elevated, Glow, or Neon. Perfect starting points you can customize.
How to Create CSS Box Shadows Online
Filator's CSS Shadow Generator lets you create beautiful box-shadow and text-shadow effects visually—no coding required. Adjust offsets, blur, spread, and color with real-time preview, then copy the generated CSS code. Unlike most competitors, we support multiple shadow layers, both box and text shadows, and 8 professional presets to get you started instantly.
Why Choose Filator's CSS Shadow Generator?
Multiple Shadow Layers
Stack multiple shadow layers for complex, professional effects. Most generators only support single shadows—we let you create depth with layered shadows like design pros use.
Box + Text Shadow
Generate both box-shadow and text-shadow CSS in one tool. Most competitors only offer box shadows—we cover both so you don't need multiple tools.
8 Quick Presets
Start with professional presets: Subtle, Medium, Large, Elevated, Sharp, Glow, Inset, and Neon. One click applies a preset you can then customize. CSS Scan only shows examples—we let you edit them.
No Ads, No Tracking
Clean interface with zero ads or tracking scripts. Competitors like HTML-CSS-JS are cluttered with ads and consent popups. Our tool loads fast and respects your privacy.
How to Generate a CSS Box Shadow
- 1. Choose shadow type — Select "Box Shadow" for elements/containers or "Text Shadow" for typography effects.
- 2. Start with a preset (optional) — Click any of the 8 presets like "Subtle", "Elevated", or "Glow" for a professional starting point.
- 3. Adjust X and Y offset — Use the sliders to position your shadow. Positive X moves right, positive Y moves down.
- 4. Set blur and spread — Blur softens the shadow edges. Spread expands or contracts the shadow size.
- 5. Pick your color — Use the color picker and opacity slider to get the exact shadow tone you need.
- 6. Add more layers (optional) — Click "Add Layer" to stack multiple shadows for complex effects.
- 7. Copy the CSS — Click "Copy CSS" to copy the generated code, or download it as a .css file.
Shadow Properties Explained
X Offset (Horizontal)
Moves the shadow left (negative) or right (positive). A value of 0 centers the shadow horizontally beneath the element.
Y Offset (Vertical)
Moves the shadow up (negative) or down (positive). Most natural shadows use positive Y values to simulate light from above.
Blur Radius
Controls how soft or sharp the shadow edge is. 0 creates a sharp edge. Higher values (10-50px) create soft, diffused shadows.
Spread Radius
Expands (positive) or contracts (negative) the shadow. Negative spread with blur creates a focused shadow smaller than the element.
Inset
Changes the shadow from outer (default) to inner. Inset shadows appear inside the element, creating a pressed or recessed effect.
Advanced Features
- • Layer management: Add, remove, and switch between multiple shadow layers
- • RGBA color support: Full opacity control from 0% to 100%
- • Live preview: See changes instantly as you adjust any setting
- • Custom preview colors: Change background and element colors to match your design
- • Border radius preview: Adjust corner rounding to see how shadows look on rounded elements
- • Download as CSS file: Export your shadow as a ready-to-use .css file
- • Syntax-highlighted output: Easy to read CSS with color-coded property names
Common Use Cases
Card & Container Shadows
Add depth to cards, modals, and containers. Subtle shadows (low blur, low opacity) create elegant elevation without being distracting.
Button Hover Effects
Create interactive button states with shadows that grow on hover. Combine with CSS transitions for smooth elevation changes.
Glow & Neon Effects
Use colored shadows with high blur and no offset to create glow effects. Perfect for buttons, badges, or highlighting active elements.
Text Effects
Apply text-shadow for headlines, logos, or decorative typography. Layer multiple shadows for 3D text or outline effects.
Pro Tip
For realistic shadows, use negative spread values with positive blur. This creates shadows that are slightly smaller than the element, mimicking how real shadows appear. Example: box-shadow: 0 10px 15px -3px rgba(0,0,0,0.1)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CSS box-shadow?
CSS box-shadow is a property that adds shadow effects around an element's frame. It takes values for X offset, Y offset, blur radius, spread radius, and color. You can add multiple comma-separated shadows for complex effects.
What's the difference between box-shadow and text-shadow?
Box-shadow applies to the entire element's rectangular box. Text-shadow applies only to the text characters inside an element. Text-shadow doesn't support spread radius—only offset and blur.
How do I create multiple shadows?
Click the "Add Layer" button to create additional shadow layers. Each layer can have different settings. The CSS output will be comma-separated values that the browser renders from first to last.
What does "inset" do?
The inset keyword changes the shadow from an outer shadow (default) to an inner shadow. Inset shadows appear inside the element's border, creating a pressed or engraved effect.
Is this CSS shadow generator free?
Yes, completely free with no limits. No signup required, no ads, and no premium features locked behind a paywall. Use it as much as you need.
Which browsers support box-shadow?
Box-shadow is supported in all modern browsers including Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge, and Opera. It's been fully supported since around 2011, so you don't need vendor prefixes anymore.
Can I use RGBA colors for shadows?
Yes, and it's recommended. RGBA allows you to set opacity directly in the color value. Our generator uses RGBA format automatically when you adjust the opacity slider.