GRADIENT TEXT

Making gradient text with Adobe PhotoShop may not seem as intuitive as it could be.

As I have the Adobe Creative Cloud, my tutorial will specifically show how to make gradient text using PhotoShop CC 2015, but it works similarly with other versions of Adobe PhotoShop.

STEP 1: ADD TEXT

If you haven’t already done so, first add text. One way to add text is to use the Horizontal Type Tool on the toolbar.

(Click on an image if you wish to view it larger.)

With the text layer selected and the type tool selected, adjust the font style and size to your liking in the top toolbar.

STEP 2: PREPARE GRADIENT

Set the foreground and background colors in advance. One way to adjust these is to click the Set Foreground Color or Set Background Color tool on the toolbar.

Alternatively, you can choose from one of the…