Add a Drop Shadow to the Subject of a Photo
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What you can expect
Cut out the main subject of a photo and add a soft drop shadow behind it. Adjust the shadow's softness, opacity, and offset, on a solid or transparent background.
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→Frequently asked questions
- How do I add a drop shadow to a photo?
- Upload your photo. The main subject is cut out automatically and a soft shadow is placed behind it.
- Can I control the shadow?
- Yes. Sliders set the shadow's opacity, softness, and horizontal and vertical offset.
- Can the background be transparent?
- Yes. Turn on transparent background to keep only the subject and its shadow, ready to place on another design.
- What kinds of photos work best?
- Photos with one clear main subject, such as a person, pet, or product, give the cleanest results. The subject is found automatically, so no prompt or selection is needed.
- What file formats can I export?
- You can export as PNG, JPEG, WebP, TIFF, BMP, or HEIC.
- Is this tool free to use?
- Yes — completely free, no account needed. Your images are processed entirely in your browser and never uploaded to a server. Downloads have no watermarks.
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