KDE's KWin window manager has recently merged support for compositor renders the shadow around a window, instead of the individual client application.">server-side drop shadows. This new feature is slated for inclusion in the upcoming KDE Plasma 6.8 desktop environment. Integrating drop shadow rendering directly into the compositor, rather than relying on individual client applications, aims to provide more consistent visual effects across applications and potentially improve rendering efficiency. This change centralizes shadow management within the display server, aligning with modern compositor practices.