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*Launch GIMP  
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# Launch GIMP  
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# click "File" and "Create."  
 
  <p>*Follow the over-arrow to click on "Logos." A list of just under thirty alpha effects will appear, three of which are perfect for showcasing a raised lettering look</p>  
 
  <p>*Follow the over-arrow to click on "Logos." A list of just under thirty alpha effects will appear, three of which are perfect for showcasing a raised lettering look</p>  
 
  <p>Click on 3D Outline, Chrome or Gradient Bevel--or you can experiment with another title that looks appealing</p>
 
  <p>Click on 3D Outline, Chrome or Gradient Bevel--or you can experiment with another title that looks appealing</p>

Revision as of 15:59, 19 May 2013

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  1. Launch GIMP
  2. click "File" and "Create."

*Follow the over-arrow to click on "Logos." A list of just under thirty alpha effects will appear, three of which are perfect for showcasing a raised lettering look

Click on 3D Outline, Chrome or Gradient Bevel--or you can experiment with another title that looks appealing

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Follow the prompts in the "Script-Fu" dialog that will appear. Regardless of what specific logo filter you chose, you will be prompted to insert your text, enter a font size, and choose a font. Select a font by clicking on the button located next to "Font." A selection menu will pop up, showing you a list of fonts to pick from. Click on one and press "Close."

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Complete the additional entries that correspond to your particular effect. The 3D Outline dialog allows you to pick a pattern from a list of pre-sets as well as choosing a radius for the outline and shadow blurs. The Chrome selection will let you choose a background color, and the Gradient Bevel prompt will ask for bevel height, bevel width and background color. Press "OK" when finished. A workbook will result, displaying your text according to the raised lettering effects you implemented.

Read more: Tutorial for Raised Lettering in Gimp | eHow.com http://www.ehow.com/how_8385789_tutorial-raised-lettering-gimp.html#ixzz1inudn2d0