Advanced Shadows: Settings Overview

Key Takeaways

  • Advanced Shadows extension from The Plus Addons for Elementor allows users to add multiple box shadows, text shadows, and drop shadows.
  • Users can animate box shadows, text shadows, and drop shadows on hover with the Advanced Shadows extension.
  • The Advanced Shadows extension requires The Plus Addons for Elementor plugin to be installed and activated.
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Are you looking to add unique shadows in Elementor? With the Advanced Shadows extension from The Plus Addons for Elementor, you can add multiple box shadows, text shadows and drop shadows to create unique effects.

Required Setup

  • Elementor FREE Plugin installed & activated.
  • You need to have The Plus Addons for Elementor plugin installed and activated.
  • Make sure the Advanced Shadows extension is activated, to verify this, visit The Plus Addons → Widgets → and Search for Advanced Shadows and activate.

How to Activate the Advanced Shadows Extension?

Go to

  • The Plus Addons Widgets 
  • Search the widget name and turn on the toggle.
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Key Features

  • Multiple box shadows – You can easily add multiple box shadows on a widget or container.
  • Multiple text shadows – You can easily add multiple text shadows on the text content of a widget or container.
  • Multiple drop shadows – You can easily add multiple drop shadows on a widget or container.
  • Animated shadows – You can easily animate the box shadows, text shadows and drop shadows on hover.
  • Add custom class – You can easily target specific elements by CSS class name to add shadows.

How to Use the Advanced Shadows in Elementor?

Once the Advanced Shadows extension is activated, then follow the steps – 

1. Select any container, inner container, section, inner column or widget.

2. Then go to Advanced > Advanced Shadows. Here you’ll find three options – 

Box Shadows – From here, you can add multiple box shadows.

Text Shadows – From here, you can add multiple text shadows on text content.

Drop Shadows – From here, you can add multiple drop shadows.

To create a more immersive effect, consider using the neumorphism effect.

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Related Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key features of the Advanced Shadows extension?

The Advanced Shadows extension offers multiple box shadows, text shadows, and drop shadows for widgets or containers. It also includes animated shadows that can be triggered on hover, enhancing visual appeal. Additionally, you can add a custom class to target specific elements with CSS, allowing for more precise shadow effects.

How do I activate the Advanced Shadows extension in Elementor?

To activate the Advanced Shadows extension, navigate to The Plus Addons u2192 Widgets in your WordPress dashboard. Search for the Advanced Shadows widget and toggle it on. This step is crucial as it enables the shadow features for your Elementor projects.

What is the neumorphism effect and how can I use it with Advanced Shadows?

The neumorphism effect creates a soft, inset look that mimics physicality. You can achieve this effect by combining the Advanced Shadows extension with specific shadow settings. Consider using multiple shadows to enhance the depth and realism of your design, making elements appear more tactile.

Last reviewed: April 10, 2026