About Dynamic Shadow 3

Dynamic Shadow 3 is a Pixcode plugin for After Effects that generates dynamic, controllable floor shadows. Version 3 adds a Visual Shadow engine, 19 preset shadow styles and 12 light styles, and a 3D Shadow tool that can produce directional shadows from any shape. The engine applies shadow and light reflection to selected layers, adjusts angle based on layer position, and supports multiple layer selections and simultaneous style application. A style preview window helps users choose configurations quickly. All shadow, light and reflection parameters are adjustable through adaptable settings. The plugin is compatible with After Effects 2025, 2024, 2023, 2022, 2021, 2020 and CC 2019.

Features

• Visual Shadow engine that applies shadow and light reflection to selected objects and adjusts the angle based on layer position
• 19 shadow styles and 12 light styles
• 3D Shadow tool for creating a 3D directional shadow from any shape
• Simulate natural sunlight effects
• Select multiple layers as objects and apply multiple styles to sunlight and objects
• Preview selected styles for fast decision-making
• Customize shadows, light and reflections with adaptable settings

Best for

After Effects artists who need realistic floor shadows, reflections, and sunlight‑style lighting applied to selected layers.