Corel Painter Help | Converting text layers

Converting text layers

To convert a text layer to a standard layer

You can convert a text layer into a standard layer so that you can apply effects such as gradations, blends, or surface textures. For example, you can also apply surface control textures to give the text a three-dimensional appearance. For more information, see Adjusting light properties.

You can also convert a text layer to shapes, which allows you to move and edit individual characters. For more information, see Shapes.

To convert a text layer to a standard layer

1 In the Layers panel, choose a text layer.

2 Click the Layer options button

, and choose Convert To Default Layer.

If the text has an outside or an inside shadow, then two layers — one for the text and one for the shadow — are created within a group.

To convert a text layer to shapes

1 In the Layers panel, choose a text layer.

2 Click the Layer options button

, and choose Convert Text To Shapes.

The text layer is replaced by a group of shape layers.

Text shadows and blurring effects are not converted when you use this command.