How Do I Add a Shadow to a Button in Figma?

Adding a shadow to a button in Figma is an easy way to add depth and definition to your design. It can be used to highlight important elements on a page, or to draw attention to an area of the page. The process is simple and requires only a few steps.

The first step is to select the button you want to add a shadow to. To do this, simply click on the button in the layer list or select it from the canvas. Once you’ve selected the element, you’ll see options appear in the right-hand panel.

Next, click on the “Effects” tab at the top of the right-hand panel. Here you will find several options for adding shadows. You can choose from different types of shadows such as Drop Shadow, Inner Shadow, and Outer Glow.

Each type has its own set of customizable parameters that you can adjust.

In order to add a drop shadow effect, simply click on the “Drop Shadow” option and adjust its settings as desired. You can adjust parameters such as blur radius, opacity, angle, distance and color. Once you have adjusted all parameters according to your preference, click “Apply”.

You can also use Inner Shadow or Outer Glow effects if desired. The same process applies for both effects – simply select them in the Effects tab and adjust their settings accordingly.

Finally, once you have adjusted all your settings and applied the effect successfully, your button should have a nice shadow effect! You can then further customize it by adjusting other parameters such as color or opacity.

Conclusion:

Adding a shadow to a button in Figma is an easy way to make your design stand out and draw attention to specific elements on your page. All it takes is just a few steps – selecting your element, clicking on Effects tab in right-hand panel, selecting either Drop Shadow Effect or Inner/Outer Glow Effect and adjusting its settings accordingly before applying it. With these simple steps you will be able to successfully add shadows with various customizable parameters that fit your design perfectly!