Changing the shadow profile

After applying a shadow you can change how the shadow transparency changes across the blur. You can have a linear transition (which usually gives the most realistic results) or a profiled transition.

To change the shadow profile

1. Create the shadow - see Applying a shadow.

2. In the Shadow Tool click Profile. This opens the profile dialog box.

3. You either select a predefined profile from the drop-down list or drag the sliders to create a custom profile. The top option in the drop-down list (the straight line) creates a linear transition.

When creating a custom profile:

Move the top slider towards:

-1 for more change at the inner edge of the shadow.

+1 for more change at the outer edge.

Move the bottom slider towards:

-1 for more change in the center than at the edges.

+1 for more change at the edges.

Tip:

If you have several shadowed objects selected, any changes apply to all the shadows.

Movies (not working in this version)

Using profiles

Using shadows

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Related Topics

Shadows

Shadow Tool