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CSS text-shadow generator

Create CSS text shadows with a live preview and ready-made presets: neon, retro, 3D, outline, fire and emboss, with multiple layers and colors.

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Text shadow generator

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CSS text-shadow generator: what it is for

Choose a preset and edit the shadow layers, one per line, with offset, blur and color. Change the text, the letter color and the background to see the final effect, and copy the CSS with color and text-shadow.

How to use

  1. Choose a shadow preset.
  2. Edit the text, colors and layers.
  3. Copy the CSS.

When to use it

  • Creating eye-catching headings for websites.
  • Making neon and retro effects.
  • Improving readability of text over images.

Frequently asked questions

How do I make neon text in CSS?

Use several text-shadow layers with the same color and increasing blur, like 0 0 5px, 0 0 10px and 0 0 20px, on a dark background. The Neon preset already builds those layers.

How do I add an outline to text?

A way that works in every browser is to use four shadows with no blur offset 1 or 2 px to each side. The Outline preset does that.

Is it really free?

Yes, 100% free. No sign-up, no subscription and no usage limits. All Tools123 tools are free and run right in your browser.

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