Customize Shadow Softness and Direction

Open Shadow Settings

Access your shader options menu and find the Shadows or Lighting section. This is where you control how soft or sharp shadows appear.

Adjust Shadow Softness

Look for a Shadow Softness, Penumbra, or Shadow Blur slider. Increase it to make shadows fade gradually at their edges (softer look), or decrease it for crisper shadow boundaries. ARTShade's default is already soft, but you can push it further for a dreamier effect.

Control Shadow Distance

Find Shadow Distance or Shadow Range. This determines how far from the camera shadows render. Reducing it improves performance; increasing it extends shadows across your entire view.

Check Shadow Direction

Some shaders let you adjust the light direction. If available, this controls where shadows fall relative to the sun or moon. Experiment to find a direction that complements your building style.

Preview Changes

Stand under trees or near structures and watch how shadows change in real-time. Soft shadows enhance the cartoon fantasy feel, while sharper shadows create more definition.