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How to Create Speech Bubbles in Photoshop

  • 17 Mar 2022
  • Photoshop Tutorials

How to Create Speech Bubbles in Photoshop

Learn how to create and edit fun speech bubbles in Photoshop using custom shapes.

Knowing how to create speech bubbles in Photoshop can be very useful as they can be used for all sorts of designs. Maybe you need a speech bubble for a comic book or manga, a pop art poster, or just for a sticker design. We’ll show you how to load, edit the appearance, and add text to speech bubble shapes that come with Photoshop.

How to Create Speech Bubbles in Photoshop

For this tutorial, we used a bold comic font called Raging. If you’re creating a comic or pop art style design, you can find some really good color palettes on Design Bundles, such as this psychedelic color palette .

Step 1 - Load Legacy Shapes if Needed

You'll have to do this step if you’ve never loaded the legacy shapes before. Open the Shapes panel (Window > Shapes), click the menu button at the top right of the panel, and select Legacy Shapes and More .

Load legacy shapes via the Shapes panel menu in Photoshop

The Legacy Shapes and More folder will be added to the end of the list in the Shapes panel.

Shows the Legacy Shapes and More folder in the Shapes panel

Step 2 - Create Speech Bubble Path

Select the Custom Shape Tool (U) from the left toolbar, and choose Path from the dropdown in the Options bar at the top. Then select a speech bubble shape in the Options bar or the Shapes panel (Window > Shapes).

Note: the speech bubble shapes are located by going to the following folders, Legacy Shapes and More>All Legacy Default Shapes >Talk Bubbles .

Select Custom Shape Tool, Path, and the custom shape to use

With your speech bubble shape selected, click + drag on the canvas to create your speech bubble path.

Click + drag to make the speech bubble path in Photoshop

Step 3 - Edit Speech Bubble Appearance

Add a fill to the speech bubble path.

First, click the Create a New Layer icon at the bottom of the Layers panel . Then double-click on the layer name and change it to Fill . Next, select either the Path Selection Tool (A) or Direct Selection Tool (A), right-click on the canvas, and choose Fill Path .

Create a new layer, right-click using the Path/Direct Selection Tool, and select Fill Path

In the Fill Path dialog, select Foreground Color . The color doesn't matter as we'll show you how to change it later.

Shows Fill Path dialog with Foreground Color for Contents

You should now see a speech bubble filled with the Foreground color.

Shows the results of filling the speech bubble path with the Foreground color

Add an Outline to the Speech Bubble

Create a new layer and rename it to Outline . Then open the Brushes panel (Window > Brushes), and select the brush you’d like to use to create the speech bubble outline. Change the brush size in the Brushes panel if needed.

You can modify the brush even more with the advanced brush settings in the Brush Settings panel.

Shows to create a new layer and rename it. Than select a brush and its size in the Brushes panel

Select either the Path Selection Tool (A) or Direct Selection Tool (A). Then right-click on the canvas and click Stroke Path .

Create a new layer, right-click using the Path/Direct Selection Tool, and select Stroke Path

Make sure Brush is selected for the Tool option in the Stroke Path dialog.

Shows Brush selected as the Tool in the Stroke Path dialog in Photoshop

Your speech bubble should now have an outline.

Shows the speech bubble with the outline we just applied to the path using Stroke Path

Apply Layer Styles to the Outline and Fill Layers

Now we will add layer styles to the layers so we can quickly change their appearances if we want. Double-click on the Fill layer.

Shows to double-click on a layer to add layer styles in Photoshop

Make sure Preview is enabled in the Layer Style dialog and click on Color Overlay . Then click the color icon to pick a different color. Notice the change of the fill color in the actual speech bubble.

Shows the Layer Style dialog with Color Overlay enabled for the Fill layer

You can also add a Color Overlay for the Outline layer to change the color of the speech bubble outline.

Shows the Layer Style dialog with Color Overlay enabled for the Outline layer

The other layer styles can make for some fun effects, but we won’t go over those in this tutorial. After the layer styles have been added, you can always double-click on a layer style in the Layers panel to modify it.

Step 4 - Add Text

Select the Horizontal Type Tool (T), click outside the speech bubble shape, and enter your text.

Select the Horizontal Type Tool and click outside the speech bubble shape

Enable Free Transform (Ctrl/Cmd + T) to resize the text using the bounding box handles and move the text by clicking + dragging . Press Enter to commit the changes.

Use Free Transform to scale and move the text

You can also change the settings in the Character and Paragraph panels to further edit the text.

Shows the Character panel in Photoshop

Our current design is shown below.

Shows the speech bubble we created in Photoshop

You can take it one step further and also add layer styles to the text layer to enhance your design. We added a Color Overlay, Stroke, and Drop Shadow layer style to the text layer to create what you see in the image below.

Shows the final speech bubble design with layer styles on the text layer

Another option for the speech bubble text is to follow our Photoshop tutorial on creating 3D comic text ! The finished design would look so awesome!

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How to Create Speech Bubbles in Photoshop

Andrei Marius

In the following steps, you will learn how to how to create speech bubbles in Photoshop. Add the essential element to your comic book and cartoon illustrations and photo effects.

What You Will Learn in This Adobe Photoshop Tutorial

  • How to create add a blank speech bubble in Photoshop
  • How to add an action speech bubble in Photoshop
  • How to add a thought bubble in Photoshop

Follow along with us over on our Envato Tuts+ YouTube channel :

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Want to cut out the hassle of learning how to create speech bubbles in Photoshop?

This pack of custom shapes is the quickest solution and comes with all the elements that you would need for a comic book design: talk bubbles, blank speech bubbles, action speech bubbles, and thought bubbles. You can use the outlined or filled version for any of these speech bubbles, and keep in mind that you can easily adjust and stylize the designs.

For more inspiration on how to adjust or improve your final  Photoshop speech balloon , you can find plenty of resources at Envato Elements .

comic book shapes

What You Will Need

You will need the following resources in order to create a Photoshop talk bubble:

  • Childo font
  • Best Friends font
  • More Sugar font
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  • Woman Working With Laptop Vector Illustration
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1. How to Create a New Document and Set Up Grid

Hit Control-N to create a new document. Select Pixels from the Units drop-down menu, and set the Width to 850 and the Height to 700 . Select RGB for the Color Mode and then click the Create button.

Enable the Grid ( View > Show > Grid ) and Snap to Grid ( View > Snap to > Grid ). You will need a grid every 5 px , so let's go to Edit > Preferences > Guides, Grid & Slices , and enter 5 in the Gridline every box and 1 in the Subdivisions box. Try not to get discouraged by all that grid—it will make your work easier, and keep in mind that you can easily enable or disable it using the Control-" keyboard shortcut.

Now that you're set, let's start by learning how to add a speech bubble in Photoshop.

set up grid

2. How to Add a Speech Bubble in Photoshop

Pick the Ellipse Tool (U) from your toolbar and create a 180 x 140 px shape. Remove the Stroke color applied to this shape and keep the Fill color set to black.

ellipse tool

Make sure that your shape stays selected and that the Ellipse Tool (U) is still active. Hold down the Alt key and draw a 140 px circle, exactly as shown in the following image.

subtract shape

Make sure that your shape stays selected and switch to the Rectangle Tool (U) . Hold down the Alt key and create a 190 x 100 px shape, exactly as shown in the following image.

rectangle tool

Select the Ellipse Tool (U) , create a 205 x 150 px shape, and place it as shown below.

ellipse

Focus on the Layers panel ( Window > Layers ) and select the two shapes made so far. Right-click on one of these selected shapes and go to Merge Shapes .

Drag this illustration inside your Photoshop document and place your Photoshop speech bubble roughly as shown in the second image. This is your blank speech bubble shape. 

merge shapes

Make sure that your Photoshop talk bubble is selected and focus on the control panel. Change the Fill color to R=254 G=244 B=225 and the Stroke color to R=63 G=95 B=4 .

speech bubble

Select the Horizontal Type Tool (T) and type in your text. Use the Childo Rounded font for your text, set the size to 40 pt , and change the leading and tracking to 30 .

speech bubble text

Change the color of your text to white ( R=255 G=255 B=255 ) and then double-click your text (in the Layers panel) to open the Layer Style window.

speech bubble text style

Activate the Stroke and enter the settings shown below.

laer style stroke

Activate the Drop Shadow and enter the settings shown below. Click OK and move to the next step to learn how to create an action talk bubble in Photoshop.

layer style drop shadow

3. How to Create an Action Talk Bubble in Photoshop

Select the Polygon Tool (U) and focus on the control panel. Enter 12 in the Sides box and then click the Path Options button.

Make sure that you have the Unconstrained box checked and set the Star Ratio to 70% . Create a 275 x 165 px shape.

polygon tool

Drag this illustration inside your Photoshop document and place your action speech bubble roughly as shown below.

action speech bubble

Make sure that your action speech bubble is selected and pick the Direct Selection Tool (A) . Select the anchor point highlighted in the first image and drag it a few pixels down and to the left.

move anchor point

Make sure that your action speech bubble is still selected and focus on the control panel. Change the Fill color to R=227 G=203 B=226 and the Stroke color to R=58 G=57 B=100 .

action speech bubble

Select the Horizontal Type Tool (T) and type in your text. Use the Best Friends font for your text, set the size to 60 pt , increase the leading and tracking to 50 , and don't forget to change the text color to R=254 G=205 B=8 .

Once you're done, move to the Layers panel and double-click this new piece of text to open the Layer Style window.

action speech bubble text

Activate the Drop Shadow and enter the settings shown below. Click OK and move to the next step to learn how to add a thought bubble in Photoshop.

layer style drop shadow

4. How to Add a Thought Bubble in Photoshop

Select the Ellipse Tool (U) and make a 70 px circle. Using the same tool, create a 90 px circle and place it as shown in the second image.

ellipse tool circle

Using the Ellipse Tool (U) , create a 110 px circle, a 75 px circle, a 115 px circle, and a 60 px circle. Place these new shapes as shown in the following images.

ellipse tool circle

Using the Ellipse Tool (U) , create a 25 px circle and a 15 px circle. Place these new shapes as shown in the following images.

ellipse tool circle

Select all the circles made in the last three shapes and merge them ( Merge Shapes ). Drag this illustration inside your Photoshop document and place your thought bubble roughly as shown in the second image.

merge shapes

Make sure that your thought bubble is still selected and focus on the control panel. Change the Fill color to R=247 G=223 B=235 and the Stroke color to R=201 G=61 B=127 .

thought bubble

Select the Horizontal Type Tool (T) and type in your text. Use the More Sugar font for your text, set the size to 70 pt , and don't forget to change the text color to white. Once you're done, go to the Layer Style window for this new piece of text.

thought bubble text

Activate the Drop Shadow and enter the settings shown below.

layer style drop shadow

Congratulations! You're Done!

Now you know how to create speech bubbles in Photoshop and how to add a speech bubble in Photoshop. I hope you've enjoyed this tutorial and can apply these techniques in your future projects. Don't hesitate to share your Photoshop speech balloon in the comments section.

Feel free to adjust the final Photoshop talk bubble and make it your own. You can find some great sources of inspiration at Envato Elements , with interesting solutions to improve your Photoshop speech balloon.

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Popular Comic Book Fonts From Envato Elements

Envato Elements is an excellent resource for comic book fonts. Here's a short list of some of the most popular comic book fonts that you can use for any type of Photoshop speech bubble.

Fun Kids Font

Now that you know how to add a thought bubble in Photoshop, you can play with different fonts to make your design stand out. This Fun Kids font is one of the many options.

thought bubble font

Little Rascal Font

This awesome font will look amazing on any Photoshop speech balloon. Combine it with some vivid colors and effects and your Photoshop speech bubble will be one of a kind.

speech bubble font

North Boys Font

This playful and layered font is perfect for any type of Photoshop speech bubble or Photoshop speech balloon.

speech balloon font

Sticky Notes Font

Considering that now you know how to create speech bubbles in Photoshop, a catchy font is the final touch that you need to perfect your Photoshop speech bubble. This slim font can be the perfect solution to add sleek text for any Photoshop speech bubble.

spech bubble font

Comic Sidekick Font

Knowing how to add a speech bubble in Photoshop, you can now take your design to the next level using this bold and bright font.

action speech bubble font

Want to Learn More?

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Master the Art of Adding Speech Bubbles in Photoshop: A Step-by-Step Guide [with Statistics and Examples]

Master the Art of Adding Speech Bubbles in Photoshop: A Step-by-Step Guide [with Statistics and Examples]

Short answer: Adding a speech bubble in Photoshop can be done using the Custom Shape Tool or creating a vector shape using the Pen Tool. Then, add text and a pointer to complete the speech bubble effect.

Walkthrough:

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Photoshop is an incredible software that enables you to do almost anything with a photo or image. One of the most popular uses of photoshop is adding speech bubbles. Speech bubbles can be seen everywhere these days, from social media posts and blogs to comics and memes; they are fun, engaging, and an effective way to convey messages in a creative way. However, creating speech bubbles in Photoshop requires skill and knowledge of the software.

If you’re looking forward to mastering this art, here’s a witty and clever guide on how you can add speech bubbles in Photoshop like a pro!

Step 1: Choose the Right Image

Before you start adding speech bubbles, choose the right image for your design. Make sure that the image has enough space surrounding it where you want to place your bubble.

Step 2: Decide on Your Bubble Shape

Now that you have your image ready, decide on what type of bubble shape you want to create – whether it be circular or rectangular. Next, select the “Custom Shape Tool” from the toolbar on the left-hand side of your screen.

Step 3: Drawing Your Bubble

Draw out your chosen shape for your bubble by clicking and dragging across the area where you want it placed on top of the photo. Holding down shift while drawing will keep proportions consistent.

Step 4: Add Text

Now we have our speech bubble! Select “T” too if it’s not already selected from left sidebar. Click inside of our newly created speech bubble canvas – this creates a text layer just inside our new shape!

Type in whatever message or text desired until satisfied.

To adjust size and/or font style its easy using some tools located right beside every editing screen once chosen everything correctly (size & font) then go ahead fill color field too which lies among other options like Bold/Italic – just beneath them.

Next aligning text again heading towards top toolbar people looking something quick could click Align Center, while advanced users may choose remaining options from the dropdown.

Step 5: Adjusting Text and Speech Bubble

Now that we’ve added text to our speech bubble, it’s time to adjust both by selecting them both at the same time (Click on Text or Shift + Click) now in order resize, drag each side/edge. Also add any further changes by using the keyboard shortcut “CTRL” and “T.”

Voila! You have created your own custom speech bubble in Photoshop.

Step 6: Save Your Work

Before concluding your work, make sure to save your project thoroughly in case if you want to alter anything later after once saving even you can convert these designs into different other formats.! Just click on ‘File’ menu option and select “Save As…”. Choose a suitable file format like JPG for easy sharing or PNG & others pertaining multiple purposes where transparency is required.

Conclusion:

Adding speech bubbles in Photoshop is an art that requires practice but with this witty guide, you’ll be able to master it quickly. Once you’ve learned how to create speech bubbles, congratulations! You will have opened up a whole new world of possibilities for creative expression. Use these tips to create amazing ideas like comics/memes/speeches etc. We hope this tutorial has been helpful; let us know what works best for you, share some pictures of what you’ve created with us!

Adding speech bubbles to images can add extra depth and context to a picture. Photoshop provides a creative platform for designers and social media experts to experiment with various designs, colours, and styles. However, before trying any method, you may have several questions in your mind.

Here are some frequently asked questions about adding speech bubbles in photoshop:

1) How to create a speech bubble in Photoshop?

Photoshop has many ways of creating speech bubbles. You can start by drawing a shape with the pen tool or using vector shapes. Then, you can use layer effects such as Bevel & Emboss, Stroke, and Drop Shadow effects to make the bubble look more natural.

2) Can I customize my Speech Bubble?

Yes! With different shapes and sizes available from custom designs or pre-designed templates online- Your imagination is your limit! You could also choose your font colours and backgrounds that best match your image design .

3) How do I get rid of tail end points from my bubble?

It’s quite easy! Use Pen Tool on Add Anchor Point mode (hold Alt / Option key ) at each point where it needs to be deleted- then delete using Delete Key/Trash Icon

4) Are there any pitfalls when adding Speech Bubbles?

Sometimes text size does not fit inside the bubble and becomes too large for it- resultantly making it less attractive! It would be best if you balanced the size of Text Bubble while keeping in mind how much space is left for images without crowding.

5) How do I insert text into my Speech Bubble?

Using Type Tool Keyboard shortcut T will give you access to add text[ Inside-Speech(The Round Part), Outside-Speech(Tail End)]. Once added- adjust font size according to Space available inside speech bubbles

6) How do I create 3D effect on Speech Bubbles?

In order to achieve a realistic look/depth perception – use a combination of Bevel & Emboss, Inner Shadow and Gradient effect – to achieve a raised 3D effect.

Adding speech bubbles in photoshop is a fun way to give your images more meaning and creativity. With the right tools and techniques, you can add professional-looking bubbles that perfectly fit into any design . It’s an opportunity to add your personal touch and customize it, so take advantage of it!

As a photo editing software, Adobe Photoshop is well-known for its comprehensive features and tools. One of the useful tools included in this respected program is the Speech Bubble feature. Most people think that adding speech bubbles to photos can only be done through specialized software or applications, but not with Photoshop.

With this incredible feature, you can make your images come alive by adding witty dialogue or thoughts via speech bubbles. Besides adding personality and pizzazz to your photos, here are five surprising facts about using speech bubble feature in Photoshop:

1. It’s easy to use

The first thing to love about this feature is that it’s straightforward to use. You don’t need any specialized skills since it’s just a matter of selecting the custom shape tool from the toolbar and choosing the bubble shape you want.

You can also select different styles like tail length, stroke width, color or personalized fonts depending on your preference . Once you click on an area where you want the bubble, Type Tool option will pop up then type whatever information or message you would like people to understand better.

2. Wide range of speech bubbles

When working with Photoshop’s speech bubbles tool, creativity gives existence limitless options when creating various looks for messages throughout pictures you may work with. There are different shapes and sizes available ranging from small circles to large rectangles which can all convey different meanings depending on how they’re used with text or images.

On top of that, there are numerous pre-made shapes suitable for different occasions – such as comic book-style conversation bubbles often used as part of slogans promoting specific products/services etc., giving endless freedom when it comes down styling out messages through image content assistance.

3. Perfect for branding Adding a logo within a speech bubble creates unique visual breaking points helps tremendously improving brand recognition across Marketing Strategies while reinforcing marketing campaigns repeat value awareness after sales offering.

4. Catchy headlines Using catchy headlines in bolded texts provides readers more pronounced understanding at a glance; the ability to hook potential readers of your work with anything from high-impact questions, play on words or statements that convey a sense of urgency, connecting them with deeper emotional connection & engaging taglines instantly.

5. Expressive tool The Speech Bubble feature in Photoshop offers tremendous flexibility to unleash your creativity while visually portraying emotions or information conveyed by people for effective communication. It’s a perfect way to add zest, humor and excitement to images when representing dialogue or storytelling through graphics .

In conclusion, these five facts highlight how the Speech Bubble feature in Photoshop could add an additional touch of finesse to your images . From straightforward shapes and sizes up to customizable bubbles that perfectly suit your style; this feature offers different ways you can connect with viewers in specific ways, so feel free to sit back and experiment using it as much as possible!

As photographs continue to dominate our social media feeds, it’s important to make them engaging and interactive. One way to do this is by adding speech bubbles to your photos! They can convey a message, add humor or emphasize sarcasm. The good news is that you don’t need any special software besides Adobe Photoshop and some basic knowledge on how to manipulate images.

Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to add speech bubbles:

Step 1: Choose the photo

The first step is selecting the photograph that you want to add a speech bubble in. Look for something appropriate that compliments the text you have in mind. Once chosen, open it Photoshop.

Step 2: Create a new layer

Creating a new layer allows you to work on your image without altering the original photo . Click on the “Layer” menu and select “New Layer”. You can also use the shortcut key Ctrl+Shift+N (Command+Shift+N for Mac users).

Step 3: Draw your Speech Bubble

Next up, select the Ellipse Tool. To draw an ellipse that matches the shape of a speech bubble, hold down Shift + Alt while dragging with Left Mouse Button pressed down. This will create an incomplete oval shape which you can drag into becoming the exact size of your preference but avoid making it too big or small lest it becomes comical.

Step 4: Add text into your Speech Bubble

After creating your desired oval outline for your speech bubble with its accompanying tail, select the Text Tool from Photoshop’s toolbar box located at either side or at top depending on layout preferences applied earlier.

Once selected from options bar where tool resides by default settings aligning around screen’s edges under File Menu > Edit > Preferences > Type (Ctrl/Cmd-K before accessing) if formatting edits needed beforehand such as Font Family/Size/Style etc., click directly on top of either edge inside bubble or outside tail endpoint so blinking vertical marker, which is your text cursor, appears. Type in your preferred message in the speech bubble.

Step 5: Style your Speech Bubble

To give prominence to the bubble and make it more stylish, use layer styles. Double click on the new layer you just created (Layer 1) to open up layer options then click “Layer Styles”. Changing the sub-attributes such as Gradient Overlay and Stroke on the same window can help customize bubbles depending on personal preference .

Step 6: Make some adjustments

Now that you’ve added your speech bubble to your photo, you may need to make some adjustments like repositioning or resizing. Using Move Tool and Free Transform command accessed via clicking menu bar Edit > Free Transform or pressing Ctrl+T (Cmd+T for Mac user), resize and fit as preferred.

Step 7: Save Your Work

Last but not least, save everything by clicking File > Save As. Choose a file type that supports transparency like PNG or PSD (Photoshop Document) so that when you place it over another image, there won’t be any unpleasant white box surrounding your speech bubble!

There you have it — an easy step-by-step guide on adding speech bubbles to your photos using Photoshop. Now start getting creative!

If a picture speaks a thousand words, then adding speech bubbles to your images can add character, personality and even narrative to them. Being able to convey emotion, dialogue or context with a simple speech bubble or thought bubble in Photoshop is not only useful for graphic designers or illustrators but also photographers who want to express their subject’s thoughts or feelings.

Here are some tips for using speech bubbles in Photoshop that will allow your images to speak without actually saying anything.

1. Choose the right font

The font you choose for your speech bubble is essential in setting the tone of communication within the image. A comic-style “Bang” probably wouldn’t work too well on an image of a business meeting, right? Use fonts like Comic Sans MS, Brush Script MT or even hand-written styles if looking for cartoon-like effects. However, if creating something more elegant, go for fonts like Helvetica Neue Light or Myriad Pro Regular as these give off a sleeker look giving it more sophistication.

2. Use colors wisely

Choosing the right color palette is another aspect of designing speech bubbles incorporating it into your overall image. Bolder colors make instant impacts; soft colors cater better in emotional situations and pastel tones when conveying stories with strong characters require subtlety. When picking color schemes always take into account the background elements and use contrasting colours so that they pop.

3. Placement of Speech Bubbles

Placement should be placed next to its corresponding speaker’s mouth so that the reader knows intuitively where each person’s dialogue comes from. Often seen as vertical bars next to text characters speaking indicates which direction it flows within panels left-to-right (for Western languages) horizontally-oriented flow while Japanese manga uses top-to-bottom panel flow because it follows traditional Japanese Scroll techniques drawing inspiration form calligraphy styles too. Place Thought bubbles further away than pointy/speech balloons down close enough so they don’t clutter up/interfere with other parts of the image . Adding arrows pointing to speakers and captions make sense of any changes in perspective or which character is speaking next.

4. Mimicking Facial Expressions, Voice Tone, Sound Effects

By adding in speech textures such as comic-style sound effects (like *BANG!* or *POW!*), facial expressions that compliment the words said inside the speech bubble gives off an overall impression of humour, drama or sarcastic expressions To further enhance this even more you can choose different shapes like waves depending on how loud they are or being whispered into each other’s ear with easier-to-read fonts using bold sizing for emphasis with a bit of flavour reflecting sounds within your images such water-bubbles depicting someone taking a bath.

5. Making sure size and spacing is kept appropriate

Keep text within balloons not too much area covered for too many words in order to allow visual cues point out whether it’s a question, statement, command or unsure of what to say. Balancing white space lets characters breathe continues flow thought conversation/monologue keeping panels sizes proportional consistently – keeps things looking neat tidy while allowing focal points directed singular characters if necessary.

In conclusion, speech bubbles are tools that help convey emotion and context visually without needing additional narration from text overlays. By following these tips and playing around with design elements on Adobe Photoshop software—fonts colours placement sound effects drawings—speech bubbles will be surel add interest increasing engagement level upon your visuals!

In today’s fast-paced digital world, it is becoming increasingly important for businesses and individuals to create engaging and visually appealing graphics that can capture the attention of their target audience. One of the most effective ways to do this is by incorporating speech bubbles into your designs.

Speech bubbles are a great way to add context and personality to your graphics, whether you are designing posters, social media visuals, or infographics. By adding a few words or phrases in a speech bubble, you can convey a message or an emotion in a simple yet creative way.

Fortunately, Adobe Photoshop offers powerful tools and techniques that can help you create stunning speech bubbles that will make your graphics stand out in the crowd.

Here are some tips on how to use Adobe Photoshop to enhance your graphics through speech bubbles:

1. Start with a Blank Canvas

Create a new document in Adobe Photoshop and set the dimensions as per your requirements. You can also choose from pre-set templates if you are not sure about the size of your design . Make sure that you have enough room for the speech bubble and other relevant elements.

2. Sketch Your Speech Bubble

Before diving into creating the actual speech bubble in Photoshop, it’s always helpful to sketch out your ideas on paper first. This will give you a clear idea of what type of shape and text layout would work best for your design .

3. Customize Your Shape

Using different shape tools like Ellipse Tool, Custom Shape Tool, etc., customize a shape that suits best with yours requirements for Speech Bubble.

4. Choose Your Text Style

Once you’ve created the shape of your speech bubble, it’s time to add text ! Selecting an appropriate font style for your text is crucial here as it impacts how well people will read and understand your message.

5.Add Some Creative Effects

To create an even better effect on speaking challenges on their images or logos etc., try experimenting with different effects such as gradients fills , drop shadows, outlines, and more.

6. Incorporate Your Speech Bubble

Now that you have created your perfect speech bubble design use the “Move” tool from the toolbar to drag and drop the bubble over the desired part of your graphic design.

By adding speech bubbles in Adobe Photoshop, not only can you convey a message, you can also add some humor or personality into your designs. It’s ultimately about selecting the right text material that will resonate with your target audience.

In summary, adding a speech bubble in Photoshop is an effective way to make a statement and enhance your graphics for all occasions. With these few simple steps, you can easily create unique bubble effect on images using Adobe Photoshop – it’s time to get creative!

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1Open Photoshop and where you want to add a speech bubble.
2Select the “Custom Shape Tool” from the toolbar on the left side of the screen.
3Choose a speech bubble shape from the “Shape” drop-down menu at the top of the screen.
4Click and drag your mouse on the your speech bubble.
5Add text to your speech bubble by selecting the “Horizontal Type Tool” from the toolbar.
6Click inside the speech bubble and begin typing your desired text.
7Adjust the size and position of your speech bubble and text using the different tools in the toolbar.
8Save your image and enjoy your new speech bubble creation!

Information from an expert: Adding speech bubbles in Photoshop is a great way to add more personality and context to your images. By using the shape tool and customizing it to your liking, you can create unique speech bubbles that match the style of your image. There are also various options for adding text within the bubble itself or as a separate layer . With practice, adding speech bubbles in Photoshop can be quick and easy, allowing you to elevate your images with dynamic dialogue.

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Speech bubbles come in handy in various designs. Whether you're working on a comic book, manga, pop art poster, or even a sticker design, it may be necessary to include word bubbles in your project.

STEP 1. Load Legacy Shapes

If you haven't uploaded legacy shapes yet, you should start with this step. Open the Shapes panel (Window > Shapes), hit the menu button in the upper side of the panel, and choose Legacy Shapes and More .

You'll find the Legacy Shapes and More folder at the bottom of the list in the Shapes panel. But keep in mind that this feature is only accessible if you're using the most recent version of Photoshop.

STEP 2. Create Speech Bubble Path

Click on the Custom Shape Tool (or hit U for instant access) in the toolbar on the left, and pick "Path" from the dropdown in the Options bar. After that, go for a speech bubble shape by navigating to the Options bar or the Shapes panel (Window > Shapes) under Legacy Shapes and More > All Legacy Default Shapes > Talk Bubbles.

Select the shape style that suits your picture content, depending on whether you want to create memes, make designs, or draw manga in Photoshop .

STEP 3. Place the Shape on the Canvas

After choosing your speech bubble shape, click and drag on the canvas to form the path for your speech bubble.

STEP 4. Add a Fill to the Path

When you add speech bubble to image, you first need to click the Create a New Layer icon at the bottom of the Layers panel. After that, double-click on the layer name and switch it up to Fill. Following that, choose either the Path Selection Tool (A) or the Direct Selection Tool (A), right-click on the canvas, and choose the Fill Path option.

While in the Fill Path dialog, choose Foreground Color . The color doesn’t matter much right now. We’ll guide you on how to modify it later. At this point, your speech bubble should be filled with the Foreground color.

STEP 5. Choose the Brush for Outline

Create a new layer and name it Outline. Open the Brushes panel (Window > Brushes) and choose the brush you want to use for outlining your speech bubble. If you're after something unique when you make a speech bubble in Photoshop, you can look for more brushes on the web. Once you find something suitable, you can install brushes in Photoshop .

If you want to tweak the brush size, head to the Brushes panel. It is possible to change even advanced brush settings within the Brush Settings panel.

STEP 6. Add an Outline to the Speech Bubble

Choose either the Path Selection Tool (A) or the Direct Selection Tool (A). Next, right-click on the canvas and select Stroke Path .

STEP 7. Check the Stroke Path Dialog

Make sure you've picked the Brush tool in the Stroke Path dialog. If everything is done properly, your speech bubble will have an outline.

STEP 8. Apply Styles to the Outline and Fill Layers

Now, apply styles to our layers. This way, we can easily switch up their looks whenever we want. Just double-click on the Fill layer for that.

STEP 9. Open the Layer Style Dialog

Make sure you've turned on Preview in the Layer Style dialog, and then select Color Overlay . Click on the color icon to choose a new color, and you'll see the fill color of the speech bubble change right at that moment.

When making word bubbles in Photoshop, it is also possible to add Color Overlay for the Outline layer to alter the color of the speech bubble's outline. Once the layer styles are applied, you can easily tweak them by double-clicking on a layer style in the Layers panel.

10. Add Text to the Bubble

Choose the Horizontal Type Tool (T), click outside the speech bubble shape, and type in your text. Turn on Free Transform (Ctrl/Cmd + T) to adjust the text size using the handles on the bounding box and move the text around by clicking and dragging. Hit Enter to accept the changes.

Feel free to customize the text further by making adjustments in the Character and Paragraph panels. You can also experiment with applying various Photoshop text effects .

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HOW TO CREATE SPEECH BUBBLES IN PHOTOSHOP

Creating speech bubbles in Photoshop is a straightforward process. Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to do it:

Method 1: Custom Shape Tool

  • Open Photoshop:
  • Launch Adobe Photoshop on your computer.
  • Create a New Document:
  • Go to File > New to create a new document. Set the dimensions and resolution according to your preferences.
  • Select the Custom Shape Tool:
  • In the toolbar, find the Custom Shape Tool. It looks like a dashed star or can be hidden under the Rectangle or Ellipse Tool.
  • Choose Speech Bubble Shape:
  • In the options bar at the top, click the shape thumbnail to open the Shape Picker.
  • Select the speech bubble shape. If you don’t see it, click the gear icon and choose “Speech Bubbles.”
  • Draw the Speech Bubble:
  • Click and drag on your canvas to draw the speech bubble. Hold the Shift key while dragging to maintain proportions.
  • Adjust the Shape:
  • Once the speech bubble is drawn, you can use the Move Tool (V) to adjust its position and the Direct Selection Tool (A) to modify its shape.
  • Select the Text Tool (T) and click inside the speech bubble to add text. Adjust the font, size, and color as needed.

Method 2: Custom Shape with Pen Tool:

  • Open Photoshop and Create a New Document.
  • Select the Pen Tool:
  • Choose the Pen Tool (P) from the toolbar.
  • Click to create anchor points around the speech bubble shape. Adjust the curves using the handles.
  • Complete the Path:
  • Close the path by connecting the last anchor point with the first one.
  • Add a Stroke:
  • In the Paths panel, right-click on the path and choose “Stroke Path.” Select a brush or pencil and click OK.
  • Adjust the Stroke:
  • Use the Direct Selection Tool (A) to modify the shape and position of the stroke.
  • Select the Text Tool (T) and click inside the speech bubble to add text.
  • Adjust Text and Style:
  • Modify the text properties such as font, size, and color.

Method 3: Use a Shape Layer:

  • Select the Ellipse Tool or Rectangle Tool:
  • Choose the Ellipse Tool (U) or Rectangle Tool (U) from the toolbar.
  • Draw the Base Shape:
  • Click and drag to draw a shape that will serve as the base of the speech bubble.
  • Modify the Shape:
  • Use the Direct Selection Tool (A) to adjust the shape by dragging anchor points.
  • Add a Tail:
  • Use the Pen Tool (P) to draw a triangular tail extending from the speech bubble.

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How to Create a Speech Bubble in Photoshop CS5: A Step-by-Step Guide

Creating a speech bubble in Photoshop CS5 is a simple process that involves using the ellipse tool to create the bubble shape, adding a tail with the polygonal lasso tool, and then adding text with the text tool. After completing these steps, you’ll have a speech bubble that you can customize and use in your designs.

After you complete the action of creating a speech bubble, you can then adjust the size, color, and position of the bubble to fit your needs. You can also add effects like drop shadows or strokes to make the bubble stand out more.

Introduction

Speech bubbles are a fun and creative way to add dialogue or thoughts to your images. They’re often seen in comic strips and graphic novels, but they can also be used in advertisements, social media graphics, and more. If you’re using Photoshop CS5, creating a speech bubble is a breeze and can add a whole new level of engagement to your visuals.

Whether you’re a graphic designer, a social media manager, or just someone who likes to get creative with their photos, knowing how to create a speech bubble in Photoshop CS5 can be a valuable skill. It allows you to convey messages in a unique and eye-catching way, helping your content to stand out from the crowd. Plus, it’s a lot of fun!

Step by Step Tutorial: Creating a Speech Bubble in Photoshop CS5

Before we dive into the steps, know that by the end of this tutorial, you’ll be able to create a basic speech bubble that you can customize to your liking.

Step 1: Select the Ellipse Tool

From the toolbar, select the Ellipse Tool to draw the main bubble shape.

Drawing a perfect circle can be tricky, but holding down the ‘Shift’ key while dragging will keep your bubble’s proportions even. You can also fill the bubble with a color of your choice by setting the foreground color before drawing.

Step 2: Draw the Bubble Tail

Use the Polygonal Lasso Tool to draw a triangle shape that will serve as the tail of the speech bubble.

Make sure to draw the tail close to the bubble and keep the base of the triangle wide for a natural look. After completing your selection, fill it with the same color as the bubble.

Step 3: Add Text

Select the Text Tool and click inside the bubble to start typing your dialogue or message.

Choose a font that complements the mood of your image and adjust the size to ensure it fits nicely inside the bubble. Remember to center the text for a polished appearance.

BenefitExplanation
Easy to CustomizeOnce you have the basic bubble, you can easily change its size, color, and position to match your design needs.
Adds Visual InterestSpeech bubbles make your images more dynamic and can help convey emotion or tone.
Enhances CommunicationThey are a clear way to add dialogue or narrative to your visuals, making them more informative and engaging.
DrawbackExplanation
Can Clutter an ImageIf not used sparingly, speech bubbles can overwhelm an image and distract from the main focus.
Requires Text to be BriefSpace is limited within a speech bubble, so you’ll need to keep your message short and sweet.
Style SpecificSpeech bubbles have a casual, comic-like feel which may not be suitable for all types of design work.

Additional Information

Creating a speech bubble in Photoshop CS5 is just the beginning. You can experiment with different shapes for the bubble, like clouds or ovals, for a different effect. You can also play around with layer styles to add depth to your bubble, such as a drop shadow or an outer glow. Remember, the key to a great speech bubble is readability, so choose colors and fonts wisely.

Another tip is to pay attention to the placement of the bubble tail. It should point towards the person or object that is ‘speaking.’ This can help to avoid confusion and make your image’s message crystal clear. Lastly, don’t forget that practice makes perfect. The more you work with speech bubbles, the better you’ll become at integrating them seamlessly into your designs.

  • Select the Ellipse Tool.
  • Draw the Bubble Tail.

Frequently Asked Questions

What size should i make my speech bubble.

The size of your bubble should be proportionate to the image and the amount of text you want to include. Not too big, not too small.

Can I add a stroke or outline to my speech bubble?

Yes, you can add a stroke by double-clicking on the bubble layer and selecting ‘Stroke’ from the Layer Style options.

How do I make sure my text is centered in the bubble?

After typing your text, use the alignment tools in the options bar at the top of Photoshop to center it horizontally and vertically.

What if I want a different shape for my speech bubble?

You can use any of the shape tools in Photoshop or even draw a custom shape with the Pen Tool.

Can I use speech bubbles in professional designs?

Absolutely, as long as it fits the style and tone of the project. Speech bubbles can add a playful touch to advertisements, social media posts, and more.

Creating a speech bubble in Photoshop CS5 is a simple yet effective way to make your images communicate more effectively. It’s perfect for adding dialogue, thoughts, or even sound effects to your designs, and the customization options are nearly endless.

Whether you’re a seasoned designer or just starting out, mastering the art of the speech bubble can add a new layer of creativity to your work. So why not give it a try? Who knows, you might just find yourself speechless at how much impact a little bubble can make!

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How to Create a Speech Bubble in Photoshop CS5

A common addition that you might need to make to an image in Photoshop is the addition on some text. You might even need to make it look like someone is saying that text. Therefore you may need to know how ot create a speech bubble in Adobe Photoshop.

While there are a lot of very talented artists that can draw and create almost anything in Photoshop, some of us just don’t have that gift to be able to freely draw on a computer screen. This can extend to even very basic shapes, like a speech bubble.

Every time that I have tried to manually draw a speech bubble, it either looks like a balloon or some weird cloud. Fortunately there is a custom shape tool in Photoshop CS5 that can help to solve this specific problem. So continue reading our brief tutorial below to learn how to create a speech bubble in Photoshop CS5.

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How to Create a Speech Bubble in Adobe Photoshop

  • Open your image.
  • Right-click the Shape Tool and choose Custom Shape Tool .
  • Choose the Shape dropdown and select the speech bubble.
  • Click the Foreground Color box, choose a color, then click OK .
  • Draw the speech bubble on the canvas.
  • Select the Move tool and position the speech bubble.
  • Click the Type Tool .
  • Adjust the Font settings.
  • Click inside the bubble and add your text.

Our article continues below with additional information on adding a speech bubble in Photoshop, including pictures of these steps.

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How to Make Photoshop CS5 Speech Bubbles (Guide with Pictures)

I am going to be writing this tutorial with the assumption that you want to create a white speech bubble with black text. If not, then you can simply choose a different foreground color for your speech bubble and a different text color for the words that you are putting inside of the speech bubble before you create each respective element.

If the text in the bubble is not in the right location, then you can use the instructions in our how to move text in Photoshop article to relocate it.

Step 1: Open the image to which you want to add a speech bubble.

Step 2: right-click the shape tool in the toolbox at the left side of the window, then click the custom shape tool option..

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Step 3: Click the drop-down menu to the right of Shape in the toolbar at the top of the window, then click the Speech Bubble option.

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Step 4: Click the Foreground Color box in the toolbox at the left side of the window, click the top-left corner of the color picker to choose the color white, then click the OK button.

choose the speech bubble color

Step 5: Click near the location in your image where you want to insert the speech bubble, then drag your mouse to expand the size.

You don’t need to worry too much about being exact with your location, as Photoshop automatically creates the shape on its’ own layer, which allows you to freely move it.

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Step 6: Click the Move Tool icon at the top of the toolbox, the click your speech bubble and drag it to the desired location.

select the move tool

Step 7:  Click the Type Tool in the toolbox.

select the type tool

Step 8: Choose your font settings using the options in the toolbar at the top of the window.

choose font settings

Step 9: Click inside the speech bubble, then type the text that you want to add.

Depending upon the shape and size of your speech bubble, you may need to add some line breaks and spaces to properly position your text. You can move to a new line by pressing Enter on your keyboard, and you can add spaces by pressing the spacebar .

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Be sure to save your image once you have finished customizing your speech bubble.

Are you having trouble figuring out how to go back and change the font on text that you have already created in Photoshop? The instructions in this tutorial can be helpful in pointing out the steps that you need to follow in order to edit and customize existing text layers.

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Yes, there is a speech bubble shape in Photoshop. You can find it under the “Custom Shape” tool settings. However, if you can’t find it in the Custom Shape settings, you can still use the “Import” option to add your own speech bubble file! In this tutorial, we will show you how to do that.

First, go to the toolbar on the left and select the “ Custom Shape Tool ” from the options.

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From there, go to the “ Shape ” section at the top menu and then select the “ gear ” icon from the drop-down menu.

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Now, select the “ Import Shapes ” option.

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In the Load window that will appear, select the speech bubble file that you want to import, then click on the “Load” button.

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The Speech Bubbles Collection file you loaded should now be available in the “Shape” section. Click on it to open up the options available.

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From there, select the speech bubble style that you want to insert into your design.

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You can then draw your speech bubble anywhere on the canvas. You can also use the handles around the speech bubble to resize it.

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You can also add text to your speech bubble using the “ Text Tool ” from the toolbar on the left and style it using the available settings in the “ Character ” section of the “ Properties ” tab.

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If you want to style your speech bubble, you can also add strokes or other effects to your speech bubble by opening the “ Layer Styles ” window from the “ Layer ” menu. Just click on the speech bubble layer and the “Layer Styles” window will appear. From there, select the stroke option and adjust the size to your preference.

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And there you have it! You are now able to add a speech bubble to your Photoshop design!

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I am trying to figure out the best way of creating something like this. I know it's easy, but I can't figure it out. I have watched videos and videos, and everyone does something different and most are using them on cartoons. Maybe someone could give me some pointers on doing this. I have attached an example of what I am looking to accomplish. This isn't exactly what I am looking for, but I need to learn hoe to make the bubbles like those.  

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Hello djboston. In your example, are you wanting to know how to make the speech bubble itself or how to interlink them?  

I would like to learn to make the Speech Bubbles themselves.However in PS under Custom Shapes there is only a hand full of speech bubblesbut the conversation arrow only goes in one direction and that’s to the left(At least in my version anyway.)  

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All though it is easy to create your own speech bubble there are options like downloading premade custom shapes like these http://graphicssoft.about.com/od/photoshopdownloads/ss/shapes1_9.htm  

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djboston said: I would like to learn to make the Speech Bubbles themselves.However in PS under Custom Shapes there is only a hand full of speech bubblesbut the conversation arrow only goes in one direction and that’s to the left(At least in my version anyway.) Click to expand...

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Perfect. Well there is another thing that I have learnt on this site. Awesome Thanks so much. I am using the CC version and I didn't think that there was a way of loading shapes and I just figured that out also. But what you just taught me I can apply to other things and that makes life a whole hell of a lot easier. .  

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In this Photoshop tutorial video from Tasktutorial, the host leads you through the process of creating a speech bubble in Photoshop. As you watch this video and follow along with the host, you will learn how to create a speech bubble, like they use in the comics. You will also learn how to add color and blur effects to it, to give it a more three dimensional feel, as well as how to use the stroke effect to give it that comic book outline when you're done.

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