The text-shadow property in CSS allows you to add shadows to text, which helps to improve visual perception and create various decorative effects on web pages.
The main parameters of text-shadow are:
- Horizontal offset: determines the horizontal shift of the shadow relative to the text. A positive value shifts the shadow to the right and a negative value shifts it to the left.
- Vertical offset: Specifies the vertical shift of the shadow. A positive value shifts the shadow downward, a negative value shifts it upward.
- Blur radius: determines the degree of blurring of the shadow. The larger the value, the more blurred the shadow will be. If not specified, the default value is 0, which means a sharp shadow without blurring.
- Shadow color: Specifies the color of the shadow. You can use any color value allowed in CSS, including color names, HEX, RGB, and RGBA.
Usage Notes:
- Multiple shadows: The text-shadow property supports applying multiple shadows to a single text. To do this, shadows are listed comma-separated, allowing you to create complex and layered effects.
- Browser compatibility: The text-shadow property is supported by most modern browsers, including Chrome, Firefox, Safari, and Edge. However, older versions, such as Internet Explorer before version 10, lack support.
- Performance and readability: Excessive use of shadows can degrade performance and text readability. It is recommended to use shadows moderately, especially on mobile devices, to maintain a balance between aesthetics and readability.
Comparison of text-shadow and box-shadow:
Both properties are used to add shadows, but with different objects.
- text-shadow: Applies exclusively to text, allowing you to create shadows for letters and symbols.
- box-shadow: Used to add shadows to block elements such as containers, buttons, and other UI elements.
Proper use of the text-shadow property in CSS allows developers to enhance the visual experience of text, make designs unique, and create eye-catching effects on web pages.