Box Shadow Generator
Create CSS box-shadow effects with a visual editor. Add multiple shadow layers, customize blur, spread, and color with live preview. Create professional designs directly in your browser with no software.
CSS Code
box-shadow: 0px 10px 30px -5px rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.3); border-radius: 16px;
Presets
Shadow Layers (1)
Box Settings
What is Box Shadow Generator | Rune
CSS Box Shadow Generator lets you design complex box-shadow effects visually. Add multiple shadow layers, adjust offset, blur, spread, color, and opacity for each layer. Includes presets for common shadow styles like subtle, layered, glow, and inset shadows.
Generate clean, production-ready code that you can copy directly into your CSS stylesheets or design systems. Preview changes in real time with a live visual editor that shows exactly how your design will appear. Export your designs in multiple formats suitable for web development, graphic design, and UI prototyping. This tool runs entirely in your browser.
Key Features of Box Shadow Generator
Everything you need for professional box shadow generator
Multiple Layers
Stack multiple shadow layers for complex depth effects like the popular layered shadow technique.
Offset Control
Adjust X and Y offset independently with range sliders for precise shadow positioning.
Blur & Spread
Fine-tune blur radius and spread to create anything from sharp cutouts to soft ambient shadows.
Color & Opacity
Pick any shadow color with separate opacity control for subtle, translucent effects.
Inset Shadows
Toggle inset mode per layer to create depressed or inner-glow effects.
Quick Presets
Instantly apply presets: subtle, medium, large, sharp, glow, inset, double, and layered.
How to Use Box Shadow Generator
Follow these simple steps to get started
Choose Preset
Start with a preset shadow or customize from scratch.
Adjust Properties
Tweak offset, blur, spread, color, and opacity per shadow layer.
Copy CSS
Copy the generated CSS code to use in your project.
Pro Tips
- The layered shadow technique (5+ stacked shadows) creates the most natural-looking depth.
- Use negative spread values to make shadows smaller than the element, great for floating effects.
- Combine an inset shadow with a regular shadow for a 3D button effect.
- Use colored shadows (not just black) to add warmth and match your design palette.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about Box Shadow Generator
Can I add multiple shadows?
Yes! Click 'Add Layer' to add as many shadow layers as you want. Each layer has independent controls.
What is an inset shadow?
An inset shadow appears inside the element instead of outside, creating a depressed or recessed effect.
What is the layered shadow technique?
Stacking 5+ shadows with increasing blur and offset creates a more natural, realistic depth effect than a single shadow.
Is the CSS cross-browser compatible?
Yes, box-shadow is supported in all modern browsers and has excellent backward compatibility.
Can I animate box shadows?
Yes, box-shadow can be animated with CSS transitions, though it can be computationally expensive. Consider animating opacity instead.
Is Box Shadow Generator free to use?
Yes! Box Shadow Generator is completely free with no limits. Create as many shadow designs as you want, no signup, no watermarks, and no daily restrictions.
Is my data secure?
Absolutely. All shadow generation happens locally in your browser using JavaScript. Nothing is uploaded to any server, ensuring complete privacy.
How do I apply box shadows to text?
Box-shadow applies to elements, not text. For text shadows, use the CSS text-shadow property instead, which has similar syntax but works on individual characters.
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