In this Photoshop how-to video, Steve Caplin demonstrates how to create 3D letter effects with an extruded look. Using Smart Objects, Strokes, and Shadows, Steve creates the effect. Then he shows how to edit the text, changing the font and color, and even adding shapes.
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This article was last modified on March 27, 2026
This article was first published on March 27, 2026
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