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title: "Matte shadow"
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This page gives an overview of the Matte Shadow Render Element and how it may be used in compositing. 

## **Overview**

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## **Attributes**

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## **Common uses**

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The Matte Shadows Render Element is useful for changing the appearance of shadowed areas in compositing or image editing software. Below are examples of its use.