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Why does increasing the blur radius of a drop shadow in Figma sometimes make the shadow appear lighter even if opacity stays the same?

hard🧠 Conceptual Q10 of 15
Figma - Images and Effects
Why does increasing the blur radius of a drop shadow in Figma sometimes make the shadow appear lighter even if opacity stays the same?
ABecause opacity automatically decreases with blur
BBecause blur spreads the shadow over a larger area, reducing intensity per pixel
CBecause blur changes the shadow color to white
DBecause offset values reset when blur increases
Step-by-Step Solution
Solution:

  1. Step 1: Understand blur effect on shadow

    Increasing blur spreads shadow pixels over a wider area, making edges softer.

  2. Step 2: Effect on perceived intensity

    Same opacity but spread out means less concentrated darkness, so shadow looks lighter.

  3. Final Answer:

    Because blur spreads the shadow over a larger area, reducing intensity per pixel -> Option B

  4. Quick Check:

    Blur spreads shadow, lightening appearance [OK]
Quick Trick: More blur = lighter shadow look due to spread [OK]
Common Mistakes:
MISTAKES
  • Thinking blur changes color
  • Assuming opacity changes with blur
  • Believing offset resets with blur

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