Are you making a design that includes text, but you do not wish it to be boring? We get it. Texts can be overdone, illegible, and boring. A gradient is a good tool that always saves the day. 

To add gradients in text in Photoshop, select your text. Go to Layers and click “Gradient.” A gradient picker will show up, choose the Gradient you want to apply, and adjust its properties per your preference. Apply the Gradient by dragging it on the text, and you are done!

That sounded easy, but we go deeper into gradients and how to apply them in this article. 

What Are The Different Types Of Text Gradients?

Did you think gradients were done one way? You’re in for a treat! There are multiple types of gradients:

• Linear Gradient – A linear gradient is a gradual transition between two or more colors along a straight line. It is typically used to fill large areas such as backgrounds, images, text, and other elements. It is also used in creating web page backgrounds.
• Angle Gradient – An angle gradient is a type of Gradient used to create a smooth transition between two colors angled in a specific direction. It can be used to create a wide range of effects, from subtle shading to more dynamic graphics.
• Radial Gradient – A radial gradient is a gradient where the colors of the Gradient emanate outwards from a central point. This differs from a linear gradient, which begins at one point and gradually fades along a straight line. 
• Reflected Gradient – A reflected gradient is a type of Gradient created by mirroring the original Gradient in a certain direction. This type of Gradient is often used for creating backgrounds with a symmetrical pattern.
• Diamond Gradient – A diamond gradient is characterized by transitioning from dark to light colors. The colors usually start in a dark hue and gradually become lighter as they move toward the center of the diamond shape, creating a beautiful and eye-catching effect. It ​​has been popularized in digital art and design. 

How To Gradient Text In Photoshop?

If you want to add cool and eye-catching visuals to your texts, gradients can be a perfect fix. Below are steps to add gradients to the text.

1. Open the text layer in Photoshop and select the Type Tool.
2. Click on the Fill box to the left of the Layers panel and select Gradient.
3. Choose the Gradient you would like to use from the Gradient Picker.
4. Adjust the Gradient’s angle, scale, and opacity by using the options in the Options bar at the top of the screen.
5. Click and drag the Gradient across the text layer to apply the Gradient.
6. To adjust the Gradient further, double-click the gradient thumbnail in the Layers panel to open the Gradient Editor.
7. Make any necessary changes and click OK to apply them.

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What Are The Gradient Options To Consider In Photoshop?

Let us look at different properties of gradients that you must consider. 

Opacity

This setting helps to determine how prominent the text will be. A low opacity will mean that the pixels below the text show, and a high opacity would only show the color of the text. 

Use these steps to fix the opacity of text:

1. Open the text layer in Photoshop and select the Type Tool.
2. Click on the Fill box to the left of the Layers panel and select Gradient.
3. Choose the Gradient you would like to use from the Gradient Picker.
4. Adjust the Gradient’s angle, scale, and opacity by using the options in the Options bar at the top of the screen.
5. Click and drag the Gradient across the text layer to apply the Gradient.
6. To adjust the Gradient further, double-click the gradient thumbnail in the Layers panel to open the Gradient Editor.
7. Make any necessary changes and click OK to apply them.

Reverse

Using this tool can be very powerful, especially when you are testing colors and their order of them. If you reverse the Gradient, the color on the bottom would move to the top and vice versa. This helps in the trial and error phase of deciding how the graphics can be done. 

Dither

The dither tool works as a blender. It ensures that the Gradient has a smooth ombre effect and that the color changes are not prominent. The color difference is also somewhat stark. 

Conclusion

We hope this article helped to revive adding texts to your artwork. Now you can go ahead and explore more levels to your own creativity!