Built-in filters
MCast Shadow
Adds a soft shadow behind the source.
Before you start
Select the intended collection or item before changing its settings.
Where to find it
Source right-click > Filters > Add Filter.
Use it
- Open the selected input/source Filters.
- Choose the appropriate Add action.
- Select MCast Shadow.
- Adjust the settings below.
- Compare enabled and bypassed results.
- Close the filter editor when finished.
Controls and additional tasks
Filter order changes the combined result. Bypass keeps settings without applying the effect; Delete removes it. Reset restores defaults.
Effect settings
| Setting | Use and limits |
|---|---|
| Color | Choose the appearance color. Default: #CC000000. |
| Offset X | Horizontal displacement. Default: 8; Range: -1024.0–1024.0. |
| Offset Y | Vertical displacement. Default: 8; Range: -1024.0–1024.0. |
| Blur Radius | Adjust blur radius; compare the effect in the preview or audio meter. Default: 12; Range: 0.0–512.0. |
| Opacity | Transparency: lower values reveal content behind the item. Default: 0.6; Range: 0.0–1.0. |
If something is wrong
If the result is unexpected, bypass the filter and then enable it with defaults.
Stop or remove
Bypass the effect to retain settings. Select it and choose Delete to remove it.
Related pages
Visual source filters · Keyboard shortcuts · Menu reference · Manual contents