CSS Shadow Generator
An advanced CSS shadow generator that lets you layer multiple shadows to create realistic depth and soft elevation effects. Perfect for Material Design-style cards, buttons, and floating panels. Adjust X/Y offsets, blur radius, spread, color, and opacity for each shadow layer, then instantly copy the generated CSS. Supports inset shadows for creating pressed or recessed effects. All processing happens in your browser with no uploads required. It is ideal for designers and marketers who want polished assets without opening heavyweight software. Tweak settings, preview changes instantly, then export and download in a clean format. Everything runs in your browser, so your files stay on your device. Built for speed, clarity, and repeat use.
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How to Use This Tool
- Add shadow layers by clicking the Add Layer button, then adjust X/Y offset, blur radius, spread, and opacity for each layer
- Choose shadow colors using the color picker and toggle inset mode to create pressed or recessed effects
- Preview in real-time on a sample box, then click Copy CSS to paste the complete box-shadow code into your project
Why This Method?
Modern UI design uses layered shadows instead of single shadows to create more realistic depth. Material Design pioneered this approach with elevation levels 1-24, each using 2-3 stacked shadows with different blur radii and opacities. The technique mimics how real-world shadows have both sharp and soft edges.
This tool generates box-shadow CSS with multiple comma-separated values. Each layer accepts four length values (x-offset, y-offset, blur-radius, spread-radius) plus a color. The blur-radius controls softness, while spread-radius expands or contracts the shadow before blurring. Inset shadows reverse the effect for creating inner depth, perfect for input fields or toggle buttons.