How to Add Shadow Effect to The Watermarks

Adding shadows to your watermarks can create depth and dimension, making them stand out elegantly against any background while maintaining readability.

Titulus provides precise shadow customization tools that help you achieve the perfect balance between visibility and aesthetics, whether you're creating professional branding elements or enhancing your creative content.

This feature is particularly useful when your content has varying light and dark areas.


This guide will walk you through the steps on how to apply a shadow effect to a watermark in the Titulus app.

  1. Select Watermark

    Tap on your existing text watermark to begin customizing its shadow effect.

    This action will activate the watermark editing mode, revealing various styling options including the Styles panel button.

  2. Access Styles Panel

    Tap the Styles button to open the Styles Panel.

    Here you'll find dedicated controls for different visual effects, including Shadow, Glow, and Color Overlay options.

  3. Enter Shadow Controls

    In the Styles Panel, tap the Shadow button to access the Shadow Panel.

    This specialized interface provides all the tools needed to create and refine your shadow effect.

  4. Customize Shadow Effect

    Fine-tune your shadow effect using these powerful controls:

    • Color slider: Choose the perfect shadow color to complement your design
    • Blur slider: Adjust the softness of your shadow for a natural or dramatic effect
    • Horizontal offset slider: Control the shadow's position left or right of your watermark
    • Vertical offset slider: Adjust how far up or down the shadow appears

    Watch your adjustments update in real-time to achieve the exact look you want.

Shadow effects are invaluable for enhancing watermark visibility and professional appeal across different types of content.

  • For photographers, a subtle shadow can help watermarks remain visible across light and dark areas of images.
  • Business users can create sophisticated branding elements by matching shadow colors to their brand palette.
  • Content creators can use dramatic shadows to create eye-catching promotional materials or ensure watermark legibility across various background types.

Experiment with different shadow configurations to find the perfect balance for your specific needs, whether you're prioritizing subtlety or impact.