React Native Shadow Generator
Tune a cross-platform React Native shadow visually, then copy a StyleSheet snippet for both iOS and Android.
LOCAL REACT NATIVE STYLE GENERATOR
Build a platform-aware shadow
Adjust the values and copy the generated StyleSheet snippet. Everything runs in this browser.
Surface
Browser preview approximation
A QUICK WALKTHROUGH
How to use this tool
- Set the shadow color, opacity, offset, blur radius, and Android elevation.
- Check the live card preview and adjust the values for the surface you are styling.
- Copy the generated StyleSheet object and apply it to a View in your React Native app.
One style for two platforms
React Native maps shadowColor, shadowOffset, shadowOpacity, and shadowRadius to iOS. Android primarily uses elevation, while newer React Native versions also support some shadow properties. The generated object includes both sets so you can start from one shared style.
Tune the visual result
Opacity controls how dark the shadow is, offset moves it, and radius softens its edge. Elevation is an Android depth hint rather than a pixel-perfect equivalent to the iOS settings, so check the result on both platforms.
Use the output as a starting point
The preview is a browser approximation of the chosen values. Device density, OS version, renderer, background color, border radius, and neighboring layers can change the final appearance. Keep contrast and touch target requirements in mind when styling interactive surfaces.
GOOD TO KNOW
Common questions
Why are both shadow properties and elevation included?
iOS uses the shadow* properties while Android relies mainly on elevation. Including both lets one style object express the intended depth on each platform.
Does elevation match shadowRadius exactly?
No. Android elevation is a platform-specific depth hint, so it will not match the iOS blur one-to-one. Preview and test on the devices you support.
Can I use this with Pressable or TouchableOpacity?
Yes. Put the generated style on the visible surface View, and keep any pressed-state change deliberate so the shadow does not reduce clarity or touch feedback.