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CSS Text Shadow Generator

Add depth to text with custom text shadows.

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What Is a CSS Text Shadow Generator?

The CSS Text Shadow Generator is a free online typography tool for creating text-shadow effects without manually writing CSS. Adjust horizontal and vertical offsets, blur intensity, and shadow color while viewing the effect in a live preview. Use it to create subtle depth, readable headings over busy backgrounds, soft glows, neon-style typography, and decorative text effects. Once the effect is ready, copy the generated text-shadow declaration directly into your CSS.

How to Use This CSS Text Shadow Generator

  1. 1
    Set the horizontal offsetAdjust the X value to move the shadow left or right relative to the text.
  2. 2
    Set the vertical offsetChange the Y value to position the shadow above or below the letters.
  3. 3
    Control the blurUse a small blur for a sharper shadow and a larger blur for a softer glow.
  4. 4
    Choose a shadow colorSelect a color that complements the text and background.
  5. 5
    Preview and copyCheck the result and copy the generated text-shadow declaration into your stylesheet.

Frequently Asked Questions

The text-shadow property adds one or more visual shadows behind text. It can create depth, improve readability, produce glow effects, or add decorative typography styles.
The X offset controls horizontal movement and the Y offset controls vertical movement. Positive X values move the shadow right, positive Y values move it down, and negative values move it in the opposite direction.
Use a large blur radius, little or no offset, and a bright shadow color. A shadow color close to the text color often creates a soft glow, while stronger colors can produce neon-style effects.
Yes. CSS supports multiple comma-separated text-shadow declarations. You can layer several shadows to create outlines, neon effects, long shadows, or more complex typography.
A subtle shadow can sometimes improve readability when text is placed over a complex background by separating the letters from the background. It should not replace proper color contrast, especially for important content.
Yes. Text-shadow works on headings, paragraphs, buttons, navigation items, logos, and other text elements. Use subtle values for interface text and stronger effects for decorative typography.

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