CSS Box Shadow & Elevation Generator

Create smooth, multi-layered realistic CSS box shadows with live visual feedback.

Presets:
Horizontal Offset (X) 0px
Vertical Offset (Y) 12px
Blur Radius 28px
Spread Radius -4px
Generated CSS:
Live Shadow Preview
UI Element
Elevation Demo

How to Use CSS Box Shadow & Elevation Generator Online

  1. Pick a preset or adjust the Offset, Blur, and Spread sliders.
  2. Choose your shadow color and transparency level.
  3. Preview the shadow over light or dark canvas backgrounds.
  4. Copy the CSS box-shadow property.

Key Features & Capabilities

  • Support for both normal drop-shadow and inset inner-shadow modes
  • Fine-grained sliders for X offset, Y offset, Blur radius, and Spread radius
  • Interactive color picker with alpha transparency
  • Curated one-click shadow elevation presets (Subtle, Floating, Deep, Neumorphic)

Frequently Asked Questions

Default single-layer CSS shadows often look harsh and unnatural. Layered, low-opacity shadows mimic natural ambient lighting, giving UI cards a smooth, premium feel.

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