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To create a natural and subtle drop shadow on a dashboard card in Figma, which combination of settings is most appropriate?
To create a natural and subtle drop shadow on a dashboard card in Figma, which combination of settings is most appropriate?
hard📝 Scenario Q8 of 15
Step-by-Step Solution
Solution:
Step 1: Understand subtle shadow characteristics
Subtle shadows have small offsets, moderate blur, and low opacity.Step 2: Analyze options
Offset X: 0, Offset Y: 2, Blur: 6, Opacity: 20% has low offset and opacity with moderate blur, ideal for subtlety.Step 3: Eliminate harsh shadows
Options B and C have large offsets or high opacity, creating harsh shadows.Step 4: Zero offset and blur (Offset X: 0, Offset Y: 0, Blur: 0, Opacity: 50%)
Would not create a visible shadow effect.Final Answer:
Offset X: 0, Offset Y: 2, Blur: 6, Opacity: 20% -> Option AQuick Check:
Small offset + low opacity = subtle shadow. [OK]
Quick Trick: Small offset and low opacity create subtle shadows. [OK]
Common Mistakes:
MISTAKES- Using high opacity for subtle shadows.
- Setting zero blur which creates harsh edges.
- Choosing large offsets that look unnatural.
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