: How to make ascending text is CS5 PS? I want to be able to get a ascending/descending size ( 3D ) effect with CS5 Photoshop text. Like this. I've tried make each letter a different size

@Welton168

This was the easiest solution. Up to step 8.

Essentially you convert the text to a shape -> transform path -> pull bottom right anchor down ( or left depending which side you want warped )

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@Turnbaugh909

I can't directly reference CS5. I no longer have it available to work in. However...

You can't do this easily with Live Type.

But you can create a smart object of the type (or rasterize the type) then transform. Converting type to a shape layer would also allow the transformation to work. Really, using a smart object with live type may be best because you can edit the content of the text later if needed.

Just highlight the layer and choose Edit > Free Transform

Hold down the Command-Option-Shift keys (Mac) or the Ctrl-Alt-Shift keys (Win) and click a handle and drag it...



I created a smart object of a standard type layer so that the free transform was possible.


Command/Ctrl key = Distort
Option/Alt key = From Center
Shift key = Constrain to 90° dragging


In newer versions of Photoshop, you can also utilize the Perspective Warp feature in the Edit menu.

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