How to Add and Use Lights in Blender

Illuminate your 3D scenes with different light types: Point, Sun, Spot, and Area lights.

Beginner10 min read

Step-by-Step Guide

Press Shift+A > Light and choose a light type (Point, Sun, Spot, or Area).

Move (G) and rotate (R) the light to position it.

Go to the Object Data Properties panel (green lightbulb icon).

Adjust Power (wattage) and Color to control the light.

For Area lights, adjust Size for softer shadows.