CSS Box Shadow Generator
Generate CSS box shadows visually with real-time preview. Multiple shadow layers, inset support, color and opacity controls, presets. Free online CSS shadow generator.
Why Use a CSS Box Shadow Generator?
Creating the perfect CSS box shadow can be time-consuming with manual coding. A visual generator lets you fine-tune offset, blur, spread, color, and opacity in real time while seeing the results instantly. Our tool supports multiple shadow layers and inset shadows, making it easy to create complex, professional-looking shadows for your web projects.
Key Features
- Real-time visual preview with customizable background colors
- Multiple shadow layers — add, remove, and configure each independently
- Inset shadow toggle for inner shadow effects
- 6 preset shadows: Subtle, Medium, Sharp, Layered, Dreamy, Neon
- Copy CSS output and reset to defaults with one click
How It Works
- Choose a preset or start from the default shadow
- Adjust offset X/Y, blur, spread, color, and opacity for each layer
- Toggle inset mode for inner shadows, add layers for complex effects
- Copy the generated CSS code to your clipboard
Technical Details
This generator outputs standard CSS box-shadow property syntax. Each layer follows the format: [inset] offsetX offsetY blurRadius spreadRadius color. Colors are converted from HEX to RGBA notation to support opacity. Multiple layers are comma-separated as per the CSS specification. The tool is 100% client-side with no external dependencies.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use multiple shadow layers?
Yes! Click the 'Add Layer' button to add additional shadow layers. Each layer can have its own offset, blur, spread, color, opacity, and inset settings. Multiple layers are combined in the CSS output separated by commas.
What does the inset shadow do?
The inset keyword makes the shadow appear inside the element instead of outside. This creates an inner shadow effect, commonly used for input fields, pressed buttons, and depth effects.
How do I reset to the default shadow?
Click the reset button (circular arrow icon) next to the 'Add Layer' button. This will reset all shadow layers, background colors, and settings to their default values.
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