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Applying the Bevel World dynamic plug-in

The Bevel World dynamic plug-in lets you create three-dimensional (3D) objects by adding bevel effects, or angled edges, to selections or layers. You can control both bevel shape and lighting to create unique effects.

Examples of various bevel profiles

For example, you can even use Bevel World to create a 3D button with text on it. First, create the background button, and then add text to float over the button. You can then group the text and button together and collapse the layer group.

You can also change the 3D appearance of the bevel by adjusting the lighting.

To apply a bevel effect Back to Top

 

Enable the Bevel inner edges check box.
Click the Outside Color chip, and choose a color from the color picker. This control applies only when Outside Portion is greater than zero.
Click the Light Color chip, and choose a color from the color picker
In the Light area, enable the Simple lighting check box, and click a light indicator on the lighting sphere.
In the Light area, disable the Simple lighting check box, and click on the lighting sphere where you want to add a new light source.
Click the Reset button.

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You can use the Revert to Original command in the Layers panel menu to restore a source image to its original condition. For more information, see Modifying and deleting dynamic layers.


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