Most Web pages contain navigation buttons. However, with a little imagination and a methodical streak, you can create buttons that don't look like those of your neighbour. Try using the Lighting effects filter rather than layer effects. It involves a little more effort, but it does give you a more personalized result.

Just to push you in the right direction, take a look at the button below ... it is impossible to obtain the same results with Photoshop's layer effects.




Contents:

- Creating the Button Text

- Creating the Alpha Channel

- Applying the Lighting Effect Filter

- Variations

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