Typography plays a very important role in both web and print projects, and that is why we see more and more font designs being released each day, and also notice that designers have started to give a special attention to embellishing and making typography stand out even more.

How is this done? Most of the time, they use CSS animation effects for web projects, but also Photoshop text effects, which can be applied to both web and print.

If you want to make sure your typography looks smart and catches the viewers’ attention, then you should take a look at these 40 best free Photoshop text effects we have selected in the list below. These will help you make your designs more visually appealing, but also keeping them readable and functional.

Check them out!

3D WOOD TEXT STYLE

This is an awesome free PSD text effect with a wood text style that can be used for flyers, posters, billboards or others.

FREEBIE PSD: NEON TEXT EFFECT

This is a neon text effect that you can use to give to your headings/titles a neon glow look. It loos great on clubbing flyers.

RETRO TYPOGRAPHY TEXT EFFECT

This is a retro typography text effect, perfect for giving any text a retro effect with ease.

80’S RETRO TYPOGRAPHY EFFECT

This is a retro / vintage style typography. This free 80’s inspired typography effect can be used for retro gaming related flyers or posters.

METAL TEXT STYLE

This is a free metal Photoshop text effect with fire particles, perfect for showcasing your logo design in style.

SPACE TEXT LAYER STYLE

This is a free PSD text effect, perfect for adding some sci-fi style to your designs.

STYLIA PSD TEXT EFFECT

This is a PSD text effect that can be downloaded for free and that can help you ad a cool, 3D glow effect to your texts.

3 RETRO 3D WOOD TEXT LAYER STYLES FOR PHOTOSHOP

This is a package that comes with 3 retro wooden text effects that can be used to showcase your logo designs.

PRETTY VINTAG E TEXT EFFECT

This is a great text effect with a vintage style, that will help you make your headlines and designs even more cooler!

FREE PSD EFFECT

This is a vintage style PSD text effect that you can download freely use in your personal or commercial projects.

DOFONT PSD TEXT EFFECT

This is a great PSD text effect you can use if you want to give any text modern and elegant look.

BOUNCE PSD TEXT EFFECT

This is a free PSD text effect that will look elegant on a flyer or poster design.

TEXT EFFECTS

This is an awesome PSD text effect that can easily be changed using smart layer objects.

BOLD 3D TEXT EFFECT

This is a PSD text effect that will give your headlines an extra depth. Make them bold and 3D.

PIECE OF CAKE PSD TEXT EFFECT

This is a free PSD text effect that will make your content look colorful and bright. You can edit the shape and colors according to your needs.

10 VINTAGE & RETRO STYLES

This is a text effect in a retro style that you can use in posters, flyers, apps or website designs.

ERASER TEXT STYLE

This is a PSD text effect that can be used for making posters for kids/school related products.

QUICK RETRO STYLES

This is a cool retro Photoshop effect. You can download this resource for free!

TEXT EFFECT

This is a uniquely designed PSD text effect that will be perfect to decorate any text, logo, etc.

Rules Craft Psd Text Effect

This is a very original psd Photoshop text effect with a 3D ruler visual style. Easily change the background color and add your own text.

Metropolis PSD Text Effect

Metropolis is a modern and elegant psd text effect. Easily add your own text with the smart layer and change the text effect metallic colors.

Superfont Psd Text Effect

Superfont is a crazy superhero Photoshop text effect. Easily add your own text thanks to the smart layer.

Sky Blok Psd Text Effect

This is an isometric psd text effect. This 3D Photoshop text effect uses smart layers, so customization is extremely easy.

Block Wood PSD Text Effect

This is an elegant 3D isometric Photoshop text effect. Easily create this psd text effect with your own letters thanks to the use of smart layers.

Words of Lord PSD Text Effect

This is a very subtle medieval metallic text effect. Comes with a great grunge high-res texture as background.

Stripes Shadow Text Effect

This set contains 6 different text styles to create vintage inspired typography with Photoshop. Use the smart objects to edit the text and change the colors.

Crocodilo Psd Text Effect

Crocodilo is a bold collage styled psd text effect with a subtle 3D style.. Add your own text easily with the use of smart layers.

Cheti Psd Text Effect

Cheti is a colorful and fancy 3D Photoshop text. It lets you easily add your own text.

Fix It PSD Text Effect

This is a colorful 3D Photoshop text effect to make your design pop! You can easily change the color.

Tenue Psd Text Effect

This is a very elegant text effect with a mix of shadows and lights. Use your own text and customize it as you please.

Coot Paper Cut Psd Text Effect

This is a new and original Photoshop text effect that mimics a paper cut collage design. Just edit the text and let the smart layer do the work.

Gold Spark Psd Text Effect

This is a vintage 3D spark and gold text effect. You can edit this Photoshop gold text effect with ease thanks to smart layers.

Cinematic Title Text Effect

This is a high detail cinematic title effect. All you have to do is to type the desired text inside the smart object and your work is done.

Sketch Text Effect PSD

This PSD template uses smart objects to create a realistic sketch effect for any text or shape. The file includes 3 different styles with changeable color via adjustment layer.

3 Illustrator Graphic Styles

This is a set of 3 eye candy text effects. These graphic styles are perfect for cartoon logos and titles.

Accordion PSD Text Effect

This is an original 3D character psd text effect with an accordion style.

Soft White Text Effect

This PSD resource allows you to apply a soft 3d look to your text. Just edit the text inside smart object, save it and the effect will be created automatically for you.

Lightbox Text Effect

With this Photoshop text effect you will be able to give any text or shape a neon light appearance and make them stand out on a dim background. The PSD file contains smart layers.

Cinematic 3D Text Effect

This is a cinematic 3D text effect that lets you create a stunning effect for your logos or text and give them a new dimension. The PSD file includes smart objects.