Free text effects Photoshop & Illustrator tutorials

Take your text to the next level! Follow these tutorials and learn to add unique effects to your typography, from neon glows to complex 3D text effects.
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  • How to Create a Realistic Neon Light Text Effect in Adobe Photoshop

    How to Create a Realistic Neon Light Text Effect in Adobe Photoshop

    Rose
  • How to Create a 'Stranger Things' Inspired Text Effect in Adobe Photoshop

    How to Create a 'Stranger Things' Inspired Text Effect in Adobe Photoshop

    Rose
  • 30+ Cool Photoshop Text Effects, Actions & Styles for 2025

    30+ Cool Photoshop Text Effects, Actions & Styles for 2025

    Melody Nieves

    • All Text Effects tutorials:

    1. How to Create a Furry Cheshire Cat Inspired Text Effect in Adobe Illustrator

      How to Create a Furry Cheshire Cat Inspired Text Effect in Adobe Illustrator

      Tutorial • Intermediate

      Let's get inspired by the Cheshire Cat and create a furry, striped text effect with a cheesy grin.

    2. How to Create a Hookah Smoke Text Effect in Adobe Photoshop

      How to Create a Hookah Smoke Text Effect in Adobe Photoshop

      Tutorial • Intermediate

      Use Photoshop's work paths, brush settings, and layer styles to create a quick Alice in Wonderland shisha smoke text effect.

    3. How to Create a Game Graphic Style Text Effect in Adobe Illustrator

      How to Create a Game Graphic Style Text Effect in Adobe Illustrator

      Tutorial • Beginner

      In this tutorial I'll show you how to create a graphic style using the Appearance panel in Adobe Illustrator. It will help you to make game logos very easily.

    4. How to Create a Bold 90s Text Effect in Adobe InDesign

      How to Create a Bold 90s Text Effect in Adobe InDesign

      Tutorial • Beginner

      Have ten minutes to spare? This eye-catching effect gives any text an instant dose of nostalgic color and style.

    5. How to Add Creative Text to Photos: Photoshop in 60 Seconds

      How to Add Creative Text to Photos: Photoshop in 60 Seconds

      Tutorial • Beginner

      Add creative typography to your photos! In this quick video, instructor Melody Nieves will show you how to use beautiful geometric fonts and simple Layer...

    6. How to Create an Ornate Gold Text Effect in Adobe Photoshop

      How to Create an Ornate Gold Text Effect in Adobe Photoshop

      Tutorial • Intermediate

      Learn how to create an ornate gold text effect from scratch in Adobe Photoshop CC, using two textures, layer styles, and some filters.

    7. How to Create a Quick Retro Video Glitch Text Effect in Adobe InDesign

      How to Create a Quick Retro Video Glitch Text Effect in Adobe InDesign

      Tutorial • Beginner

      Want to give your type an edgy, Mad Max makeover? This super-quick glitch effect only takes 10 minutes to put together, and it makes a good substitute for...

    8. How to Create an Instagram-Inspired Neon Text Effect: Photoshop in 60 Seconds

      How to Create an Instagram-Inspired Neon Text Effect: Photoshop in 60 Seconds

      Tutorial • Beginner

      Create awesome text effects like your favorite Instagrammers. In this video, I'll show you how to create an Instagram-worthy neon text effect in Adobe...

    9. How to Create a Grunge Text Effect Using a Displacement Map in Adobe Photoshop

      How to Create a Grunge Text Effect Using a Displacement Map in Adobe Photoshop

      Tutorial • Beginner

      In this tutorial, you'll learn how to create a grunge text effect using displacement mapping in Adobe Photoshop.

    10. How to Create a Trippy, Lenticular 3D Text Effect Illusion in Adobe Photoshop

      How to Create a Trippy, Lenticular 3D Text Effect Illusion in Adobe Photoshop

      Tutorial • Beginner

      This tutorial will show you how to use Photoshop's 3D tools and settings to create a trippy, lenticular text effect pretty easily. Let's get started!

    11. How to Create an Abstract Pastel 3D Text Effect in Adobe Photoshop

      How to Create an Abstract Pastel 3D Text Effect in Adobe Photoshop

      Tutorial • Advanced

      Use Photoshop's shape and 3D tools and settings to create a trendy pastel abstract text effect.

    12. How to Create a Sari-Inspired Text Effect in Adobe Illustrator

      How to Create a Sari-Inspired Text Effect in Adobe Illustrator

      Tutorial • Intermediate

      Learn how to create a sari-inspired text effect with plenty of beautiful golden decorations in Adobe Illustrator.

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