100+ Best Photoshop Text Effect Tutorials

Love text effects and text design? We've scoured the site to bring you one massive list of the 100 most awesome and easy Photoshop text tutorials we have to offer. Learn your favorite Photoshop tips and tricks from the pros! Achieve high-quality results like movie titles, 3D effects, and so much more!

Start by checking out this video of the Top 6 Photoshop Text Effects over on the Envato Tuts+ YouTube channel:

We've got more than cool Photoshop text tutorials in this post. You'll also find premium text effects for Photoshop that you can download and use right away from Envato Elements. Find them later in this post, and make sure you browse the full selection available on the all-you-can-download creative platform.

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100 Photoshop Text Effect Tutorials From Envato Tuts+

As promised, here is our list of Adobe Photoshop text effect tutorials! With their help, you'll be able to make cool text patterns in Photoshop while picking up some useful skills along the way.

10+ Photoshop Text Effect Video Tutorials

Let me share with you some of my favorite Photoshop text tutorials. From cartoon to retro, metallic, and even Japanese cool text effects, we've got plenty of Photoshop font effect tutorials.

These videos come from our carefully crafted playlist Text Effects in Adobe Photoshop. And don't forget to check our Envato Tuts+ YouTube channel, where you'll find awesome resources and more free Photoshop text effect tutorials.

1. How to Make a 3D Text Effect in Photoshop

This cool Photoshop text tutorial will teach you how to easily create a piece of 3D Photoshop word art. This video has clear instructions, so you'll have your easy text art in no time.

2. How to Create a Cartoon Text Effect in Adobe Photoshop

Are you looking for cool lettering ideas? Then we've got this Adobe Photoshop text effects tutorial ready for you! Create a piece of cartoon Photoshop word art using a pattern and a layer style.

3. How to Create a Typewriter Font Text Effect

Typewriter fonts are really interesting text designs. You can easily recreate this old-school font effect in no time with this cool, easy Photoshop text tutorial's help. You'll learn how to make this Photoshop word art using a displacement map, textures, and smart filters.

4. How to Create a Stylized Chalk Text Effect in Adobe Photoshop

A chalk font effect is a neat text design, especially if you're a teacher and you're looking for lettering ideas. You'll learn how to make this Photoshop font effect using some filters and drop shadow effects. Check out this cool Photoshop text tutorial's video.

5. Create a Retro Star Wars Inspired Text Effect in Adobe Photoshop

This free and easy Adobe Photoshop text effect tutorial will become your favorite if you're a Star Wars fan. All you'll need to create this cool text design is a couple of layer styles, a nice space texture, and a flare brush tip.

6. Neon Text Effect in Adobe Photoshop

Another interesting lettering idea is a neon Photoshop text style. It's very easy to make if you follow our cool, and free, Adobe Photoshop text effect tutorial.

7. Nature-Inspired Text Effects in Adobe Photoshop

Nature-looking font effects are on trend this year. This video is the first of a series of cool, nature-inspired Photoshop text tutorials, all available on our channel. You'll how to make text patterns in Photoshop in no time with our help.

8. How to Create a Metallic Text Effect Using Layer Styles in Photoshop

Wondering how to create cool text effects? Look no further. Learn how to make a metallic Photoshop font effect using layer styles with our free Photoshop text effect tutorial.

9. How to Create a Realistic Embroidery Text Effect in Adobe Photoshop

This is another cool text effect in Photoshop. Learn this easy text art and create a realistic embroidery text effect in Photoshop. To make this cool text effect, you'll use stitch brushes and layer styles. The end result of this Photoshop type tutorial will be a font effect that looks like embroidery.

10. How to Create a Japanese Brush Font Text Effect in Photoshop

We've got this unique lettering idea for you. What do you say about making some Japanese Photoshop word art? Learn how to do it with our cool Adobe Photoshop text effect tutorial.

17 Premium Text Effect Actions & Layer Style Packs

Short on time and need something faster than a Photoshop type tutorial? Text effect actions, text design, and layer styles allow you to achieve an amazing result with just a few clicks!

We've got plenty of handy Photoshop text effect tutorials on the Envato Tuts+ YouTube channel for you to check.

But now, let's browse the incredible selection of Photoshop font effects available through Envato Elements and GraphicRiver and check out a few of our favorites below!

1. 12 Retro Photoshop Text Effects (PSD)

Get inspired by this wonderful pack of retro-themed Photoshop font effects. This cool text design features 12 brilliant effects that allow you to easily change any color. Simply update the smart object with your own text to enjoy these effects right away!

2. Strangest Things Photoshop Text Effects (PSD)

The internet just can't get enough of Netflix's original show, Stranger Things. And you can pay homage to this fan favorite with this cool text effect for Photoshop. You'll also get two other unique styles with this creative set. If you like this look and don't have time to make it yourself, download this pack instead of using a Photoshop type tutorial.

3. Ink Press Type Action (ATN, PAT, PSD)

If you're running short on time and you need an incredible text effect, then try out this ink press Photoshop font effect. This action allows you to quickly recreate the look of a vintage letterpress without all the extra hassle. In this download, get access to one cool text effect Photoshop file with 20 different detailed patterns to choose from.

4. Retro Text Effects for Photoshop V2 (PSD)

Shake up the industry with a few designs inspired by vintage typography and recreate this easy text art. This pack includes ten amazing actions available at 300 dpi. Create glorious 3D effects and more without the need of Photoshop text effect tutorials. Enjoy the help file that's also included for more instruction in this cool text effect for Photoshop.

5. Realistic Embroidery 2 Photoshop Actions (ABR, ATN, ASL)

Embroidery is a craft that requires a lot of time, patience, and skill. But if you want to achieve a faster result, check out easy Photoshop text tutorials. If you want even faster results, then download this incredibly realistic Photoshop action for creating text art. Crafted with high-quality details, this cool text effect for Photoshop includes four helpful actions available for three different materials.

6. Retro Text Effects for Photoshop V01 (ASL, PSD)

Go on a magical trip to Las Vegas with this awesome retro text effect set. This cool text design allows you to get that vintage retro look in seconds! Included in this package are ten fully layered text effect Photoshop files with seven beautiful colors to choose from. It's really simple to make text patterns in Photoshop with this download!

7. Games Titles Photoshop Text Effect (PSD)

Need a fantastic title for your next game design? Are you looking for cool lettering ideas? Then check out this next Photoshop text effect from designer State7. Included in this Photoshop font effect are six files with mind-blowing title effects inspired by fantasy, 80s, and space themes. You can always learn from cool and easy Photoshop text tutorials, but applying these effects is much faster.

8. Cool Comic Text Effects for Photoshop (PSD)

Make your comics come alive with exciting themes and cool text effects. This next Photoshop text style is just $5! Get ten different font effects along with organized smart objects that are easy to update. Make text patterns in Photoshop for games, movies, or posters with this download!

9. 3D Metal & Gold Photoshop Font Effects (ASL, PSD)

Blow your clients away with stunning visuals of 3D gold text effects. This incredible package features ten gold and metal text effects created with easily modifiable smart objects. The Photoshop font effects work best in CS6 but can also be used with older versions of the program. If you want more effects without going through a Photoshop type tutorial, try this.

10. The Corsair and Pirate Photoshop Text Effect (ASL, PSD)

Or set sail with this next creative text effect. This corsair and pirate-themed text effect was crafted by designer Giallo. This unique and exclusive Photoshop text style includes six layered Photoshop files with 33 layer effects. Make the perfect text pirate pattern in Photoshop with any font!

11. Cool Graffiti Text Effects in Photoshop (ASL, PSD)

Love graffiti effects? Then check out this next impressive graffiti text effect for Photoshop from Sko4. Perfectly suited for posters, typography projects, and more, this Photoshop text effect comes with ten different styles that are easy to use. Add these cool text effects for Photoshop to your collection!

12. Sloppy Press Inc. Photoshop Font Effects (PSD, PNG, ASL, ATN, ABR)

There's nothing like the amazing allure of vintage typography. And if you're on the prowl for that hand-printed look, then feast your eyes on this brilliant Photoshop action. This package includes four Photoshop files with 33 graphic styles, 20 detailed textures, and three useful actions. Also included are 44 Photoshop brushes to take your work to the next level! Don't miss out on these Photoshop text effects!

13. Cool Watercolor Text Effects for Photoshop Vol. 1 (ASL)

Can't get enough of these Photoshop font effects? Then splash around with this gorgeous watercolor set. Designed to give you that handmade watercolor painting feel, this Photoshop font effects pack features 15 styles that can be easily applied to text, shapes, and more.

14. I ♥ Sweaters: Smart Knitted Effect (PSD)

Get crafty with this wicked set of knitted text effect actions. This set of cool text effects for Photoshop includes high-resolution layer styles with realistic details and so much more! Download this pack today to make text patterns in Photoshop and even get a few graphic elements!

15. Pro 3D Text Mockups (PSD)

Professional artists are hired every day to turn ordinary letters into extraordinary 3D text art. And you get to achieve the same fantastic result by downloading this premium set of 3D text styles. Included in this set are four text effect Photoshop files with 3D graphic styles perfect for any website, flyer, or print design. Give this a try if you want something faster than Photoshop text effect tutorials.

16. 80's Style Text Mockups V1 (PSD)

Celebrate your love of iconic 1980s design trends with this set of graphic styles and font effects. This set of cool text effects for Photoshop includes 18 vibrant layer styles that work with any text or vector shape. Apply your changes with just one click for an extraordinary Photoshop text effect.

17. Liquid Tasty Text Effects (ASL, PSD)

Need a tasty title for your food blog or graphics but don't have time for Photoshop type tutorials? Check out this amazing liquid text effect with eight pretty styles for easy text art! Edit the text layers using Photoshop versions CS3 and above. Get eight professional pieces of Photoshop word art, along with a helpful instructional guide.

Conclusion

Photoshop text effect tutorials and text design tutorials are a great way to jump-start your Photoshop knowledge. They break down the basics while giving you access to new and exciting techniques.

And with hundreds of text effect actions available, chances are we've missed a few to add to the list. So be sure to browse GraphicRiver and Envato Elements for more incredible Photoshop text styles.

And if you prefer to use Adobe Illustrator, try our free course on making 3D text in Illustrator!