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 content:

    1. Introduction to Photoshop Layer Styles

      Introduction to Photoshop Layer Styles

      Tutorial • Beginner

      Photoshop layer styles are a popular way to add effects, such as drop shadows and strokes, to layers in a non-destructive way. With the right knowledge and...

    2. How to Make a Tentacle Art Brush in Adobe Illustrator

      How to Make a Tentacle Art Brush in Adobe Illustrator

      Tutorial • Intermediate

      Learn how to make creative tentacle art brushes in Adobe Illustrator and use them to create a unique text effect.

    3. How to Make a Pickle Pattern Brush in Illustrator

      How to Make a Pickle Pattern Brush in Illustrator

      Tutorial • Intermediate

      Learn how to make a creative pickle pattern brush in Adobe Illustrator and give it a special twist inspired by Pickle Rick.

    4. How to Create a Disney Frozen Inspired Text Effect in Photoshop

      How to Create a Disney Frozen Inspired Text Effect in Photoshop

      Tutorial • Advanced

      In this tutorial we are going to create a text effect inspired by the 'Frozen' Disney movies. The main concept is to show you how to create an ice texture...

    5. New Course: Create an Isometric Text Effect in Adobe Illustrator

      New Course: Create an Isometric Text Effect in Adobe Illustrator

      Tutorial • Beginner

      An isometric text effect can be a great way to give your logo or title extra impact. Find out how to create one in our new course, Create an Isometric Text...

    6. How to Create a 3D Gold Text Effect With Photoshop Layer Styles

      How to Create a 3D Gold Text Effect With Photoshop Layer Styles

      Tutorial • Intermediate

      In this tutorial, you will learn how to create a 3D metallic gold text effect using layer styles in Photoshop.

    7. How to Create a Wavy Text Effect in Photoshop

      How to Create a Wavy Text Effect in Photoshop

      Tutorial • Beginner

      In this tutorial, we'll use Smart Objects to create a wavy text effect in Adobe Photoshop. We'll employ some water-inspired imagery, but these techniques...

    8. How to Create a Vintage Movie Text Effect in Adobe InDesign

      How to Create a Vintage Movie Text Effect in Adobe InDesign

      Tutorial • Beginner

      Have 15 minutes to spare? This super-quick and high-impact effect gives any text an instant dose of vintage movie magic.

    9. How to Create a Cartoon Rainbow Text Effect in Photoshop

      How to Create a Cartoon Rainbow Text Effect in Photoshop

      Tutorial • Beginner

      In this tutorial, we'll create a Rainbow Text Effect in Adobe Photoshop, using Text Effects, Layer Styles, and some other tricks, too!

    10. Quick Tip: How to Create a Metallic Text Effect Using Layer Styles in Photoshop

      Quick Tip: How to Create a Metallic Text Effect Using Layer Styles in Photoshop

      Tutorial • Beginner

      Learn how to create a metallic text effect using layer styles in Photoshop. Let's get started!

    11. 50 Amazing 3D Text Tutorials for Photoshop and Illustrator (Beginner to Advanced)

      50 Amazing 3D Text Tutorials for Photoshop and Illustrator (Beginner to Advanced)

      Tutorial • Beginner

      Master text effects with 50 amazing tutorials. From 3D cartoon effects to cinematic text and more, this list will inspire you with incredible text designs.

    12. How to Create an Elegant, Ornate 3D Photoshop Text Effect

      How to Create an Elegant, Ornate 3D Photoshop Text Effect

      Tutorial • Intermediate

      Learn how to create an elegant, ornate 3D text effect using layer styles and creating a pattern in Adobe Photoshop. Let's get started!

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