CSS Box Shadow Generator
Create beautiful CSS box shadows visually. Multiple layers, inset shadows, and p...Create beautiful CSS box shadows visually. Multiple layers, inset shadows, and presets included.
Live Preview
Preview Box Settings
Shadow Layers
Presets
CSS Code
box-shadow: 0px 4px 6px -1px rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.1), 0px 2px 4px -1px rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.06);Generator Features
Why Use CSS Box Shadow Generator?
Multi-Layer Shadows
Stack up to 5 shadow layers for realistic depth effects, glows, and complex shadow combinations.
Real-Time Preview
See shadow changes instantly on a customizable preview box with adjustable background and border radius.
8 Ready Presets
Quick-start with presets: Subtle, Medium, Large, Sharp, Soft, Inset, Glow, and Neon.
Full Color Control
Pick any color with the color picker and fine-tune opacity for each shadow layer independently.
Clean CSS Output
Generate production-ready box-shadow CSS with proper rgba values. Copy with one click.
100% Client-Side
Runs entirely in your browser. No data sent to servers, completely private.
Common Uses for Box Shadow
Card Elevation
Add depth and elevation to card components for material design-style interfaces.
Button Depth
Create pressed/raised button effects with inset and outset shadows.
Glow Effects
Design neon glows, focus rings, and attention-grabbing highlight effects.
UI Layering
Establish visual hierarchy with subtle shadow differences between UI elements.
How It Works
Choose a Preset or Start Custom
Pick a preset shadow like Subtle, Glow, or Neon, or start from scratch by adjusting the layer controls.
Adjust Shadow Properties
Fine-tune offset X/Y, blur, spread, color, and opacity for each shadow layer. Toggle inset for inner shadows.
Copy the CSS
Once satisfied with your shadow, copy the generated CSS code and paste it into your stylesheet.
Box Shadow Tips
Use Negative Spread
Negative spread values create shadows smaller than the element, which makes soft drop shadows look more natural and less 'boxy'.
Layer for Realism
Combine a tight, dark shadow with a larger, softer one for the most realistic elevation effect - similar to how Tailwind's shadows work.
Performance Note
Large blur values and many shadow layers can impact rendering performance. Keep shadows minimal on frequently animated elements.