How to Make Realistic 3D Text in After Effects with Element 3D!! (Easy)

How to Make Realistic 3D Text in After Effects with Element 3D!! (Easy)

Introduction

If you want to add simple animated 3D text to your video, this guide is for you. With Adobe After Effects and Element 3D, you can create stunning 3D text animations with ease. Follow these steps to bring your text to life.

Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1: Create a Text Object

1. Right-click in After Effects and select New > Text.
2. Type the message you want your 3D text to convey.

Step 2: Create a Solid Layer

1. Right-click again and choose New > Solid.
2. The color doesn’t matter because you'll apply the Element 3D effect to this solid layer.

Step 3: Apply Element 3D

1. Drag the Element 3D effect onto your solid layer.
2. Go to Custom Layers, select Path Layer 1, and choose your 3D text as the path layer.

Step 4: Set Up the Scene

1. Click Scene Setup.
2. Inside the Scene Setup, click on Extrude to convert your text into 3D.
3. To refine your text, open the group folder and click on Bevel 1. You can adjust the extrusion (depth) of your text here.

Step 5: Fine-Tune the Text Position

1. Click and drag to move around and see different perspectives of the text.
2. Use the scroll wheel to zoom in for a more detailed view.

Step 6: Apply Materials

1. Go to the Materials Folder at the bottom left.
2. Drag one of the preset materials onto your text to give it a specific texture or color.

Step 7: Animate the Text

1. Navigate to the Animation Engine.
2. Click Enable and then keyframe the animation, starting at 100% animating forward a bit in the timeline, and then bring it down to 0%. This creates a smooth animation effect for your 3D text.

Your final product should look smooth and seamless, blending well with the rest of your project. You can, of course, add more tweaks and details to perfect it further.

Keywords

• Adobe After Effects
• Element 3D
• 3D Text Animation
• Keyframe Animation
• Material Presets
• Extrusion
• Scene Setup

FAQ

1. Do I need any plugins for this tutorial?

• Yes, you need the Element 3D plugin for After Effects.

2. Can I use any text font for 3D text?

• Yes, you can use any font available in After Effects for your 3D text.

3. How do I change the color or texture of my 3D text?

• You can change the color or texture by dragging a material preset from the Materials Folder onto your text.

4. What if the 3D text appears too flat or too deep?

• You can adjust the depth by modifying the extrusion settings under Bevel 1 in the group folder.

5. Can I control the angle and position of the 3D text?

• Yes, you can click and drag to view different angles and use the scroll wheel to zoom in or out.