Working with text : Applying effects to text
Applying effects to text
You can use raster text to create an unlimited variety of text effects. For example, you can apply a drop shadow or a beveled edge, transform text into brushstrokes, or apply a colored-chalk effect. To apply an effect to vector text, you must first convert the vector text to raster text.
* To apply effects to raster text
Edit tab 
1 Apply raster text to a transparent layer on an image.
2 On the Tools toolbar, choose the Magic Wand tool .
3 Select the text.
4 Choose the Effects menu, and select an effect.
For information about layers, see Working with layers. For information about applying text to images, see Applying text.
* To apply effects to vector text
Edit tab 
1 On the Tools toolbar, choose the Pick tool .
2 Select the text.
3 Choose Selections From Vector Object.
4 Choose Edit Paste As New Layer.
5 On the Tool Options palette, choose the Magic Wand tool .
6 Select the text.
7 Choose the Effects menu, and select an effect.