Box Shadow Generator

Generate CSS box shadows visually in real time

box-shadow: 0px 4px 6px 0px rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.25);

What is Box Shadow Generator?

The CSS Box Shadow Generator is a free online tool that lets you create and customize box-shadow CSS effects with a live visual preview, then copy the generated CSS code directly into your stylesheet. Box shadows add depth, elevation, and visual hierarchy to UI elements — they are used on cards, buttons, modals, images, and containers to create the layered, three-dimensional look seen in modern web design and material design systems. Writing box-shadow CSS by hand requires understanding six parameters: horizontal offset, vertical offset, blur radius, spread radius, color, and inset. Getting these values right without a visual preview is guesswork. This tool lets you adjust each parameter with sliders and see the result in real time, so you can dial in the exact shadow effect you want before copying the CSS.

Why Use DevBench Box Shadow Generator?

DevBench Box Shadow Generator runs entirely in your browser — your data never leaves your device. No sign-up, no limits, no watermarks, completely free forever.

How to Use Box Shadow Generator

  1. Adjust horizontal and vertical offset sliders
  2. Set blur radius and spread radius
  3. Choose shadow color and opacity
  4. View live preview of box shadow
  5. Copy generated CSS code

Examples

  • Create subtle card shadow: 0 2px 4px rgba(0,0,0,0.1)
  • Generate elevated button shadow: 0 4px 6px rgba(0,0,0,0.2)
  • Create inset shadow for inputs
  • Generate multiple layered shadows
  • Create neumorphic design shadows

Use Cases

  • Creating card shadows for UI design
  • Generating button hover effects
  • Creating depth in flat designs
  • Generating shadows for modals
  • Creating neumorphic design effects
  • Generating shadows for images
  • Creating layered shadow effects
  • Generating shadows for navigation
  • Creating elevation in material design
  • Generating shadows for containers

Frequently Asked Questions

What is box-shadow in CSS?

box-shadow adds shadow effects around an element, creating depth and visual hierarchy in designs.

Can I create multiple shadows?

Yes, CSS supports multiple shadows separated by commas for complex effects.

What is inset shadow?

Inset shadows appear inside the element, useful for creating pressed button effects and input fields.

Does box-shadow affect layout?

No, box-shadow does not affect element dimensions or layout, only visual appearance.

What browsers support box-shadow?

All modern browsers support box-shadow. IE9+ and all evergreen browsers have full support.