Photoshop Tip: How to Add Shadow to Text Like a Pro

🎨 Photoshop Quick Tip #3: How to Add Shadow to Text Like a Pro

Want your text to stand out in posters, thumbnails, or ads? A clean, realistic shadow adds instant depth and drama. Here’s how to do it in less than a minute.

🧠 Steps to Add Shadow to Text:

1. Open a new or existing PSD file.

2. Select the Text Tool (T) and type your text.

3. In the Layers panel, right-click the text layer and select Blending Options.

4. Enable Drop Shadow and adjust the settings:

   • Opacity: 75%

   • Distance: 10px

   • Spread: 15%

   • Size: 20px

5. Click OK – your shadow is applied!

✅ Pro Tips:

• Use multiple shadows for glowing or neon effects.

• For more control, right-click > Convert to Smart Object, then apply Filter > Blur > Gaussian Blur for soft custom shadows.

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