Cutout Text Effect in Photoshop Elements

By Sue Chastain, About.com Guide

Here's how to create a 3D cutout text effect with Photoshop Elements. This effect makes text appear as though it is punched out of a surface. In this tutorial you will work with layers, the horizontal type selection tool, and layer style effects.

Start with a New document using the "Web" preset.

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• Start with a New Document
• Create a New Solid Fill Layer
• Make a Type Selection
• Delete the Type Selection
• Apply a Drop Shadow
• Customize the Effect Style
• Change the Background Color

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