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Is There a Text Tool in Photoshop?

Last updated on September 24, 2022 @ 12:14 pm

Text is an essential part of any design, whether it’s used to add labels, titles, or even just short descriptions. Photoshop is a great program for creating stunning text effects, but it doesn’t have a dedicated text tool like Illustrator does.

That doesn’t mean you can’t add text to your Photoshop designs though! In this article, we’ll show you how to add text to your Photoshop designs using the Type Tool.

The Type Tool is the primary way to add text in Photoshop. To select it, just click and hold on the Horizontal Type Tool or Vertical Type Tool in the Tools panel and select the Type Tool from the menu that appears. Alternatively, you can press T on your keyboard to select the Type Tool directly.

Once you have the Type Tool selected, just click anywhere in your document to create a new text layer. A blinking cursor will appear, indicating that you can start typing. If you want to change the font or font size of your text, you can do so using the options in the Character panel.

PRO TIP: If you are looking for a text tool in Photoshop, you may be disappointed to find that there is not one. While you can create text using the type tool, there is no separate text tool. This means that you cannot format or edit your text as you would with a word processor.

If you need to move your text layer around, you can do so by selecting it in the Layers panel and then dragging it to the desired location. You can also use the Move Tool (V) for this purpose.

Now that you know how to add text in Photoshop, experiment with different fonts and font sizes to see what looks best for your design. And don’t forget to check out our collection of premium Photoshop text effects if you need some inspiration!

Conclusion: The take away from this article is that despite Photoshop not having a dedicated text tool like Illustrator does, it’s still possible (and easy) to add text using the Type Tool.

Kathy McFarland

Kathy McFarland

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