Text Shadow Generator
Generate CSS text shadows
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Frequently Asked Questions
How does CSS text-shadow work?
Text-shadow syntax: text-shadow: offset-x offset-y blur-radius color. Example: text-shadow: 2px 2px 4px rgba(0,0,0,0.3) adds a soft shadow 2px right and down. Unlike box-shadow, there is no spread value or inset option.
How do I create a text glow effect?
Use zero offsets with a colored blur: text-shadow: 0 0 10px #00ff00, 0 0 20px #00ff00, 0 0 40px #00ff00. Multiple layers with increasing blur create a neon glow. The generator provides preset glow effects in various colors.
Can I add multiple text shadows?
Yes. Separate shadows with commas: text-shadow: 1px 1px 0 #000, 2px 2px 0 #333. This creates layered effects like 3D text, outlines, or retro lettering. The generator supports unlimited shadow layers with individual controls.
How do I create a text outline with text-shadow?
Use four shadows at 1px in each direction: text-shadow: -1px -1px 0 #000, 1px -1px 0 #000, -1px 1px 0 #000, 1px 1px 0 #000. This creates a uniform outline around text. For thicker outlines, increase the offset values.
Does text-shadow affect performance?
Text-shadow is generally lightweight. However, multiple layers with large blur values on long text blocks can impact rendering. For animated text shadows, use will-change: text-shadow. Limit to 2-3 shadow layers for optimal performance.