Skill: Use Shadows Appropriately

Purpose

Add depth and elevation only when functionally necessary, avoiding decorative shadows.

Key Fix Applied (from Autoresearch)

Added nuance: Subtle shadows on cards are acceptable (less distracting than borders). Large decorative shadows on static elements are wrong.

Type

Corrective + Evaluative

Input

• UI element inventory
• Element purposes (static, interactive, overlay)
• Current shadow specifications

Output

• Shadow usage recommendations
• Pass/Fail assessment