LCD Text Effect
What's inside
- Applications Photoshop
- File Types PSD
- License Free (see author's terms)
- Author Pixelbuddha
LCD Text Effect is a free text effect for a logo and a thumbnail title.
Game designers and poster designers tend to get the most out of files like this. One thing worth knowing: short words with bold letterforms carry text effects best. Long sentences lose the effect.
It’s worth keeping a few good text effects in your library for quick jobs where you don’t have time to make one from scratch.
Credit goes to Pixelbuddha. We link to their download page rather than re-uploading the file, so check their terms there before commercial use.
How to use the LCD Text Effect
- Open the PSD in Photoshop.
- Double-click the smart object with the sample text.
- Type your text or paste your logo, then save and close.
- The effect updates on the main canvas; export as PNG or JPG.
Worth remembering: read the author’s notes on the download page. Asset packs often include install steps or usage limits.
Quick notes on this mockup
- Made by Pixelbuddha. File size and format are listed on their page.
- Some free packs ask for credit when used publicly.
- The preview shows exactly what’s included.
Need a different angle? The text effect category has plenty more free PSD files.
Questions about this mockup
Can I use this text effect for client work?
Pixelbuddha sets the licence, and it can differ from file to file. Many free files allow personal and commercial use, but some are personal-only or ask for credit. Read the terms on the download page before a paid project.
Do I need the same font?
The effect works with any font, but the look in the preview depends on the font the author used. If it's missing, Photoshop will ask you to replace it.
How do I change the text?
Text effects usually sit in a smart object. Double-click it, type your word, save, and the effect updates in the main file.
