Text Shadow Generator
Build text-shadow effects, from a single subtle shadow to layered styles, and copy the code.
From subtle lift to layered effect
A text-shadow can do anything from lifting text gently off a background to creating bold layered effects like outlines, glows and retro depth. This lets you build the effect visually — including stacking multiple shadows — and copies the code, so you can get exactly the look you want.
Adjust the shadows and copy the CSS.
Single shadows and stacked effects
A single subtle shadow is the everyday workhorse, keeping text readable over an image or giving a heading a slight lift. Stacking multiple text-shadows unlocks the bolder effects — a hard offset shadow for a retro 3D look, several layered for a neon glow, an outline built from shadows in four directions. As always, the caution is legibility: decorative text effects can be striking but easily tip into making the text hard to read, which defeats its purpose. The best results usually pair a clear, readable base with a restrained effect. Building it visually, especially the layered styles, is far easier than assembling multiple comma-separated shadows by hand.
Common questions
What can layered text-shadows create?
Bolder effects than a single shadow — retro 3D depth, neon glows, and outlines built from shadows in several directions.
What is the main caution?
Legibility — decorative effects can make text hard to read, which defeats the purpose. Pair a readable base with a restrained effect.
Is anything uploaded?
No. It runs entirely in your browser.