About CSS Shadow Generator
Design smooth, realistic multi-layer CSS box shadows and inset shadows with horizontal/vertical offsets, blur radius, spread, opacity, and live elevation card preview.
Key Capabilities & Features
- Multi-layer shadow stacking for realistic modern depth (up to 4 independent layers)
- Individual controls for X-offset, Y-offset, Blur radius, Spread radius, and Opacity
- Toggle inset shadow mode for embossed, pressed, or sunken UI elements
- Live 3D elevation card preview reflecting exact shadow rendering
- Instant copy for clean, cross-browser CSS box-shadow declarations
How to Use CSS Shadow Generator
1
Add or Tune Layers
Adjust X/Y offsets, blur, and spread sliders for each shadow layer.
2
Inspect Elevation
Observe how the card elevates off the background in the live preview.
3
Copy CSS
Click copy to grab the multi-line CSS box-shadow rule.
Privacy & In-Browser Execution Guarantee
100% client-side privacy. All calculations and styling execute locally in your browser with zero server uploads.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why use multi-layer box shadows instead of single-layer?
Layering multiple subtle shadows with different blurs and spreads creates much smoother, more realistic physical light diffusion than a single harsh shadow.
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