# PhotoshopElements

# Apply gradient fill to text

1. Select the text layer you want to fill.
2. Choose Layer > Simplify Layer to convert the vector text to a bitmap image. You won’t be able to edit the text after you simplify the layer.
3. Command-click the thumbnail for the text layer in the Layers palette to select the text.
4. Select the Gradient tool.
5. In the options bar, click the desired gradient type.
6. Choose a gradient fill from the Gradient Picker palette.
7. Position the pointer on the text where you want to set the starting point of the gradient, and drag to define the ending point.

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- Simplify a layer

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