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  The transparent text effect. How To Add Transparent Text I'm using  Photoshop CC  but every step is compatible with Photoshop CS6 and earlier. For another way to create transparent text, check out my new  Add Transparent Text with Layer Effects  tutorial. Step 1: Open Your Image Start by opening the image where you want to add some transparent type. I downloaded  this image  of the New York skyline from Adobe Stock: The original image. Photo credit: Adobe Stock. Step 2: Add A New Layer In the  Layers panel , we see the image on the  Background layer . Add a new blank layer above the image by clicking the  New Layer  icon at the bottom of the Layers panel: Clicking the "New Layer" icon. A new layer named "Layer 1" appears above the Background layer: The new layer is added. Step 3: Fill The New Layer With White We'll use this layer to create the area of white that will surround the text. Fill the layer with white by going up to the...