Photoshop Actions

• Benchmarks
• Borders
• Image Borders
• Image Effects
• Photographic
• Production
• Text Effects
• Texture Effects

Benchmarks

PS6bench is used to benchmark the performance of Photoshop 6 on your machine. The action guides you through 21 operations and uses Photoshop's timing feature to record the time required for each operation. (Follow the instructions provided by the action.)

Licence: Freeware
Online: http://www.geocities.com/Paris/Cafe/4363/index.html
Operating system: Windows 95/98/Me/2000/NT/XP, Mac OS
Requires: Photoshop 6

Install instructions: Extract the contents of the ZIP file. Copy the action (ATN) into your Photoshop Actions folder. Choose Load Actions from the Actions palette menu. Navigate to the appropriate path and select the action you wish to load.

		Action

PS7bench is used to benchmark the performance of Photoshop 7 on your machine. The action guides you through 21 operations and uses Photoshop's timing feature to record the time required for each operation. (Follow the instructions provided by the action.)

Licence: Freeware
Online: http://www.geocities.com/Paris/Cafe/4363/index.html
Operating system: Windows 98/Me/2000/NT/XP, Mac OS/OS X
Requires: Photoshop 7

Install instructions: Extract the contents of the ZIP file. Copy the action (.ATN) into your Photoshop Actions folder. Choose Load Actions from the Actions palette menu. Navigate to the appropriate path and select the action you wish to load.

		Action

Borders

Frames the selected image to make it look like a Polaroid snapshot. The action creates a 1,000 x 1,000 pixel (300ppi) RGB document. When prompted, load the desired image, scale/crop it, and then paste it onto the layer named "back" (or rename the pasted image layer and delete the original back layer).

Licence: Freeware
Online: http://www.timo2000.de/us/action3.htm
Operating system: Windows 95/98/Me/2000/NT/XP, Mac OS
Requires: Photoshop 6

Install instructions: Extract the contents of the ZIP file. Copy the action (.ATN) into your Photoshop Actions folder. Choose Load Actions from the Actions palette menu. Navigate to the appropriate path and select the action you wish to load.

		Action

Image Borders

3D Action is perfect for making Web interfaces and cool three-dimensional buttons. Simply create a path or a selection and 3D Action will add a third dimension to your flat shape. Documentation is provided.

Licence: Freeware
Online: http://www.liknes.no/Photoshop/specialfx2.htm
Operating system: Windows 95/98/Me/2000/NT/XP, Mac OS
Requires: Photoshop 6

Install instructions: Extract the contents of the ZIP file. Copy the action (.ATN) into your Photoshop Actions folder. Choose Load Actions from the Actions palette menu. Navigate to the appropriate path and select the action you wish to load.

		Action

Do It Yourself Edges is a very versatile action that allows you to draw your own edges using the Paintbrush tool. Documentation is provided.

Licence: Freeware
Online: http://www.liknes.no/Photoshop/borders6.htm
Operating system: Windows 95/98/Me/2000/NT/XP, Mac OS
Requires: Photoshop 5

Install instructions: Extract the contents of the ZIP file. Copy the action (.ATN) into your Photoshop Actions folder. Choose Load Actions from the Actions palette menu. Navigate to the appropriate path and select the action you wish to load.

		Action

Edge Collection 1.1 is a set of 10 unique photographic edges that can be used to add an attractive border to the active image. Documentation is provided.

Licence: Freeware
Online: http://www.liknes.no/Photoshop/borders.htm
Operating system: Windows 95/98/Me/2000/NT/XP, Mac OS
Requires: Photoshop 5

Install instructions: Extract the contents of the ZIP file. Copy the action (.ATN) into your Photoshop Actions folder. Choose Load Actions from the Actions palette menu. Navigate to the appropriate path and select the action you wish to load.

		Action

Edge Collection 2.1 is a set of 10 unique photographic edges that can be used to add an attractive border to the active image. Documentation is provided.

Licence: Freeware
Online: http://www.liknes.no/Photoshop/borders2.htm
Operating system: Windows 95/98/Me/2000/NT/XP, Mac OS
Requires: Photoshop 5

Install instructions: Extract the contents of the ZIP file. Copy the action (.ATN) into your Photoshop Actions folder. Choose Load Actions from the Actions palette menu. Navigate to the appropriate path and select the action you wish to load.

		Action

Edge Collection 3.1 is a set of 10 unique photographic edges that can be used to add an attractive border to the active image. Documentation is provided.

Licence: Freeware
Online: http://www.liknes.no/Photoshop/borders3.htm
Operating system: Windows 95/98/Me/2000/NT/XP, Mac OS
Requires: Photoshop 5

Install instructions: Extract the contents of the ZIP file. Copy the action (.ATN) into your Photoshop Actions folder. Choose Load Actions from the Actions palette menu. Navigate to the appropriate path and select the action you wish to load.

		Action

Filmstrip

FilmStrip uses any three images to create a three-frame negative (with the images rendered as "positives"). Three different actions are included: Normal, Wavy and Perspective. Documentation is provided.

Licence: Freeware
Online: http://www.liknes.no/Photoshop/specialfx.htm
Operating system: Windows 95/98/Me/2000/NT/XP, Mac OS
Requires: Photoshop 6

Install instructions: Extract the contents of the ZIP file. Copy the action (.ATN) into your Photoshop Actions folder. Choose Load Actions from the Actions palette menu. Navigate to the appropriate path and select the action you wish to load.

		Action

Frame-it is a collection of coloured photographic edges that may be used to add a coloured border to the active image (without cropping). For best results, a resolution of 640 x 480 (pixels) or higher is recommended. Documentation is provided.

Licence: Freeware
Online: http://www.liknes.no/Photoshop/borders4.htm
Operating system: Windows 95/98/Me/2000/NT/XP, Mac OS
Requires: Photoshop 5

Install instructions: Extract the contents of the ZIP file. Copy the action (.ATN) into your Photoshop Actions folder. Choose Load Actions from the Actions palette menu. Navigate to the appropriate path and select the action you wish to load.

		Action

This action automates the popular Gaussian Blur technique for creating rounded corners. As an added benefit, the action is also capable of turning the rounded rectangle into a rounded frame of the specified thickness.

Licence: Freeware
Online: http://user.fundy.net/morris/redirect.html?photoshop10.shtml
Operating system: Windows 95/98/Me/2000/NT/XP, Mac OS
Requires: Photoshop 5.5

Install instructions: Extract the contents of the ZIP file. Copy the action (.ATN) into your Photoshop Actions folder. Choose Load Actions from the Actions palette menu. Navigate to the appropriate path and select the action you wish to load.

		Action

Adds a trendy halftone-patterned frame around the current image. To change the colour of the frame, simply fill the Background layer with the desired colour. (This action creates a duplicate of the selected image ensuring that the original image is unaltered.)

Licence: Freeware
Online: http://www.screenz.de/modules.php?op=modload&name=Downloads&file=
index&req=viewsdownload&sid=3&min=0&orderby=titleA&show=60
Operating system: Windows 95/98/Me/2000/NT/XP, Mac OS
Requires: Photoshop 4

Install instructions: Extract the contents of the ZIP file. Copy the action (.ATN) into your Photoshop Actions folder. Choose Load Actions from the Actions palette menu. Navigate to the appropriate path and select the action you wish to load.

		Action

Unlike many other tutorials/actions, this action works on both layered as well as flattened images. This action also maintains the initial dimensions of your rectangle while allowing you to control both the size and shape (circles, ovals, blobs and so on)

Licence: Freeware
Online: http://user.fundy.net/morris/redirect.html?photoshop10.shtml
Operating system: Windows 95/98/Me/2000/NT/XP, Mac OS
Requires: Photoshop 5.5

Install instructions: Extract the contents of the ZIP file. Copy the action (.ATN) into your Photoshop Actions folder. Choose Load Actions from the Actions palette menu. Navigate to the appropriate path and select the action you wish to load.

		Action

Rounded Border is a relatively simple action that adds a round-cornered inset frame around the perimeter of the selected image. The frame/border is added on its own layer and all original layers are preserved. The action prompts for the inset distance, border thickness and colour (or you can, of course, accept the default values).

Licence: Freeware
Online: http://user.fundy.net/morris/redirect.html?photoshop20.shtml
Operating system: Windows 95/98/Me/2000/NT/XP, Mac OS
Requires: Photoshop 6

Install instructions: Extract the contents of the ZIP file. Copy the action (.ATN) into your Photoshop Actions folder. Choose Load Actions from the Actions palette menu. Navigate to the appropriate path and select the action you wish to load.

		Action

WoodFrames is a collection of six actions (three for landscape and three for portrait orientations) that add wooden frames to the active image. For best results, a resolution of 640 x 480 pixels or higher is recommended. Documentation is provided.

Licence: Freeware
Online: http://www.liknes.no/Photoshop/borders5.htm
Operating system: Windows 95/98/Me/2000/NT/XP, Mac OS
Requires: Photoshop 5

Install instructions: Extract the contents of the ZIP file. Copy the action (.ATN) into your Photoshop Actions folder. Choose Load Actions from the Actions palette menu. Navigate to the appropriate path and select the action you wish to load.

		Action

Image Effects

Cubed is a simple action that uses the current image to create a sharpened rectangular mosaic-type effect. Works great with any image.

Licence: Freeware
Online: http://www.screenz.de/modules.php?op=modload&name=Downloads&file=
index&req=viewsdownload&sid=3&min=0&orderby=titleA&show=60
Operating system: Windows 95/98/Me/2000/NT/XP, Mac OS
Requires: Photoshop 4

Install instructions: Extract the contents of the ZIP file. Copy the action (.ATN) into your Photoshop Actions folder. Choose Load Actions from the Actions palette menu. Navigate to the appropriate path and select the action you wish to load.

		Action

Lomoize applies a lomographic-type effect to the current image (an over-saturated look with a subtle vignette).

Licence: Freeware
Online: http://www.redscreen.net/photolog/fun.html
Operating system: Windows 95/98/Me/2000/NT/XP, Mac OS
Requires: Photoshop 5

Install instructions: Extract the contents of the ZIP file. Copy the action (.ATN) into your Photoshop Actions folder. Choose Load Actions from the Actions palette menu. Navigate to the appropriate path and select the action you wish to load.

		Action

Makes a metallic button (80 x 80 pixels). The results are layered, making it easy to adjust the button colour to suit your needs.

Licence: Freeware
Online: http://www.photoshoptutorials.de/aktionen_index.php
Operating system: Windows 95/98/Me/2000/NT/XP, Mac OS
Requires: Photoshop 6

Install instructions: Extract the contents of the ZIP file. Copy the action (.ATN) into your Photoshop Actions folder. Choose Load Actions from the Actions palette menu. Navigate to the appropriate path and select the action you wish to load.

		Action

This simple action makes the current image look more like an oil painting. Follow the instructions provided within the action.

Licence: Freeware
Online: http://www.andyart.com/photosho/files/freebies/actions/other.html
Operating system: Windows 95/98/Me/2000/NT/XP, Mac OS
Requires: Photoshop 5

Install instructions: Extract the contents of the ZIP file. Copy the action (.ATN) into your Photoshop Actions folder. Choose Load Actions from the Actions palette menu. Navigate to the appropriate path and select the action you wish to load.

		Action

RealSketch is a simple action that gives the current image a sketched/photocopied appearance. When prompted, enter the desired Gaussian Blur value: higher values result in greater contrast.

Licence: Freeware
Online: http://www.deviantart.com/deviation/590080/
Operating system: Windows 95/98/Me/2000/NT/XP, Mac OS
Requires: Photoshop 5

Install instructions: Extract the contents of the ZIP file. Copy the action (.ATN) into your Photoshop Actions folder. Choose Load Actions from the Actions palette menu. Navigate to the appropriate path and select the action you wish to load.

		Action

TV Lines is a Photoshop action which adds those "oh so cool" scan lines to your image (on a separate layer). The TV Lines action comes in two flavours: "TV Lines - Small" adds a layer of alternating black and transparent lines (using 100% Overlay), while "TV Lines - Big" adds a more complex pattern (using 15% Overlay).

Licence: Freeware
Online: http://user.fundy.net/morris/redirect.html?photoshop5.shtml
Operating system: Windows 95/98/Me/2000/NT/XP, Mac OS
Requires: Photoshop 5.5

Install instructions: Extract the contents of the ZIP file. Copy the action (.ATN) into your Photoshop Actions folder. Choose Load Actions from the Actions palette menu. Navigate to the appropriate path and select the action you wish to load.

		Action

TV Lines-Lab is a variant of the TV Lines action that adds those trendy scan lines to your image using a halftone pattern in Lab mode.

Licence: Freeware
Online: N/A
Operating system: Windows 95/98/Me/2000/NT/XP, Mac OS
Requires: Photoshop 5.5

Install instructions: Extract the contents of the ZIP file. Copy the action (.ATN) into your Photoshop Actions folder. Choose Load Actions from the Actions palette menu. Navigate to the appropriate path and select the action you wish to load.

		Action

Just press play and this action creates a TV Screen (150 x 100 pixels), complete with scan lines and lens flare.

Licence: Freeware
Online: http://www.photoshoptutorials.de/aktionen_index.php
Operating system: Windows 95/98/Me/2000/NT/XP, Mac OS
Requires: Photoshop 6

Install instructions: Extract the contents of the ZIP file. Copy the action (.ATN) into your Photoshop Actions folder. Choose Load Actions from the Actions palette menu. Navigate to the appropriate path and select the action you wish to load.

		Action

A set of 10 actions inspired by damaged photos from the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Lots of little scratches and stains to give your images an authentic antique look. The Very Vintage set includes: B/W Fade, B/W Stain, B/W Tatters, B/W Scratches, Colour Fade, Green Craquelure, Sepia Brown, Sepia Dirt, Sepia Fade and Yellow Brittle.

Licence: Freeware
Online: http://www.octaine.com/llg/curio_vv.html
Operating system: Windows 95/98/Me/2000/NT/XP, Mac OS
Requires: Photoshop 6

Install instructions: Extract the contents of the ZIP file. Copy the action (.ATN) into your Photoshop Actions folder. Choose Load Actions from the Actions palette menu. Navigate to the appropriate path and select the action you wish to load.

		Action

This action overlays realistic-looking falling snow on to the current image. Three snow layers of varying sizes and blurriness give the effect of depth. For additional realism, erase parts of the Snow Background layer if it's covering foreground objects.

Licence: Freeware
Online: http://www.octaine.com/llg/curio_ww.html
Operating system: Windows 95/98/Me/2000/NT/XP, Mac OS
Requires: Photoshop 6

Install instructions: Extract the contents of the ZIP file. Copy the action (.ATN) into your Photoshop Actions folder. Choose Load Actions from the Actions palette menu. Navigate to the appropriate path and select the action you wish to load.

		Action

Photographic

This action set is designed to help digital photographers achieve better results from their photographs. The Digital Deluxe set includes the following actions: De-noise Deluxe 1.2, Mid- and Hi-ISO grain, chroma noise, colour restore, EdgeMask, LuminosityMask, underexposed contrast masking, hi-pass sharpening and retrieve L channel.

Licence: Freeware
Online: http://www.2morrow.dk/75ppi/coolpix/actions/
Operating system: Windows 95/98/Me/2000/NT/XP, Mac OS
Requires: Photoshop 6

Install instructions: Extract the contents of the ZIP file. Copy the action (.ATN) into your Photoshop Actions folder. Choose Load Actions from the Actions palette menu. Navigate to the appropriate path and select the action you wish to load.

		Action

The Hardy Action Set includes several actions for post processing digital images, including: Age (sepia tone), Soften, Age Sepia, DOF (depth of field), Noise Subtract (noise reduction) and many more. Also included are several black-and-white and duo-tone actions designed for portraits.

Licence: Freeware
Online: http://www.bytephoto.com/actions/hardy/hardyatn.htm
Operating system: Windows 95/98/Me/2000/NT/XP, Mac OS
Requires: Photoshop 5

Install instructions: Extract the contents of the ZIP file. Copy the action (.ATN) into your Photoshop Actions folder. Choose Load Actions from the Actions palette menu. Navigate to the appropriate path and select the action you wish to load.

		Action

This action sharpens the edges within your photographs without sharpening image noise and other featureless areas. The action prompts for the desired threshold value (larger values reveal more edges to be sharpened), as well as the amount of sharpening to apply (via the standard Unsharp Mask dialog box).

Licence: Freeware
Online: http://www.shutterfreaks.com/Actions/LMC54edgesharpen.html
Operating system: Windows 95/98/Me/2000/NT/XP, Mac OS
Requires: Photoshop 5

Install instructions: Extract the contents of the ZIP file. Copy the action (.ATN) into your Photoshop Actions folder. Choose Load Actions from the Actions palette menu. Navigate to the appropriate path and select the action you wish to load.

		Action

RP DNR (Ron Pacheco Digital Noise Reduction) is a noise reduction action for digital photographs. While it uses a simple approach, the performance is comparable - and in some cases better - than alternative noise reduction tools across a wide range of images.

Licence: Freeware
Online: http://rondayview.com/000002.php
Operating system: Windows 95/98/Me/2000/NT/XP, Mac OS
Requires: Photoshop 5

Install instructions: Extract the contents of the ZIP file. Copy the action (.ATN) into your Photoshop Actions folder. Choose Load Actions from the Actions palette menu. Navigate to the appropriate path and select the action you wish to load.

		Action

Production

One particularly useful feature that Photoshop lacks (prior to version 6) is the ability to crop a non-rectangular selection. AutoCrop is a simple, easy-to-use action for Photoshop 5.x that automatically crops your image based on the contents of the current layer. Simply select the appropriate layer, and AutoCrop does the rest (leaving all of your layers in tact).

Licence: Freeware
Online: http://user.fundy.net/morris/redirect.html?photoshop4.shtml
Operating system: Windows 95/98/Me/2000/NT/XP, Mac OS
Requires: Photoshop 5.5

Install instructions: Extract the contents of the ZIP file. Copy the action (.ATN) into your Photoshop Actions folder. Choose Load Actions from the Actions palette menu. Navigate to the appropriate path and select the action you wish to load.

		Action

Quite simply, this action places a horizontal and vertical guide at the centre of the canvas.

Licence: Freeware
Online: http://user.fundy.net/morris/redirect.html?photoshop20.shtml
Operating system: Windows 95/98/Me/2000/NT/XP, Mac OS
Requires: Photoshop 6

Install instructions: Extract the contents of the ZIP file. Copy the action (.ATN) into your Photoshop Actions folder. Choose Load Actions from the Actions palette menu. Navigate to the appropriate path and select the action you wish to load.

		Action

Similar to Canvas Center, except that the horizontal and vertical guides are added at 1/4 (25%) increments on the canvas.

Licence: Freeware
Online: http://user.fundy.net/morris/redirect.html?photoshop20.shtml
Operating system: Windows 95/98/Me/2000/NT/XP, Mac OS
Requires: Photoshop 6

Install instructions: Extract the contents of the ZIP file. Copy the action (.ATN) into your Photoshop Actions folder. Choose Load Actions from the Actions palette menu. Navigate to the appropriate path and select the action you wish to load.

		Action

Similar to Canvas Center, except that the horizontal and vertical guides are added at 1/3 increments on the canvas. This action is ideal for checking the composition of you designs, photos and images against the "Swiss Grid System".

Licence: Freeware
Online: http://user.fundy.net/morris/redirect.html?photoshop20.shtml
Operating system: Windows 95/98/Me/2000/NT/XP, Mac OS
Requires: Photoshop 6

Install instructions: Extract the contents of the ZIP file. Copy the action (.ATN) into your Photoshop Actions folder. Choose Load Actions from the Actions palette menu. Navigate to the appropriate path and select the action you wish to load.

		Action

This action creates multiple copies of the selected image area and varies its density and colour. Use this action to test printed output in a non-colour-managed workflow. Simply open an image that you want to print, crop a (square) region from it (one that contains colour- and density-sensitive areas like flesh tone or neutrals), then run the action. Next, print the test file, and determine which square looks the best. Finally, return to the original file, make the necessary adjustments and print it. (The numbers across the top represent Colour Balance and the numbers at the bottom represent Density changes.)

Licence: Freeware
Online: http://www.adobeevangelists.com/photoshop/actions.html
Operating system: Windows 95/98/Me/2000/NT/XP, Mac OS
Requires: Photoshop 6

Install instructions: Extract the contents of the ZIP file. Copy the action (.ATN) into your Photoshop Actions folder. Choose Load Actions from the Actions palette menu. Navigate to the appropriate path and select the action you wish to load.

		Action

Contract Canvas allows you to use the Contract command even when one or more sides of the selection touches the canvas boundaries, which for some odd reason Photoshop will not permit (even though ImageReady does).

Licence: Freeware
Online: http://user.fundy.net/morris/redirect.html?photoshop20.shtml
Operating system: Windows 95/98/Me/2000/NT/XP, Mac OS
Requires: Photoshop 6

Install instructions: Extract the contents of the ZIP file. Copy the action (.ATN) into your Photoshop Actions folder. Choose Load Actions from the Actions palette menu. Navigate to the appropriate path and select the action you wish to load.

		Action

Photoshop has an extensive implementation of keyboard shortcuts; however, not all commands have associated key shorts. This action set extends Photoshop's keyboard assignment by providing an additional 36 shortcuts to such frequently used commands as Crop, Stroke, Image Size, Canvas Size and many more. An equivalent set of Extended ImageReady HotKeys is also available.

Licence: Freeware
Online: http://user.fundy.net/morris/redirect.html?photoshop2.shtml
Operating system: Windows 95/98/Me/2000/NT/XP, Mac OS
Requires: Photoshop 6

Install instructions: Extract the contents of the ZIP file. Copy the action (.ATN) into your Photoshop Actions folder. Choose Load Actions from the Actions palette menu. Navigate to the appropriate path and select the action you wish to load.

		Action

This simple action mirrors the active layer across both the vertical and horizontal axes (on a separate layer to ensure that the original layer remains unaltered) and then centres the results on the canvas. This can be useful for creating symmetrical shapes, repeating patterns, and refrigerator art.

Licence: Freeware
Online: http://user.fundy.net/morris/redirect.html?photoshop21.shtml
Operating system: Windows 95/98/Me/2000/NT/XP, Mac OS
Requires: Photoshop 6

Install instructions: Extract the contents of the ZIP file. Copy the action (.ATN) into your Photoshop Actions folder. Choose Load Actions from the Actions palette menu. Navigate to the appropriate path and select the action you wish to load.

		Action

This action creates nine variations of the selected image: a colour version, black and white and sepia tone to name a few. First, you need to create a template file (8 x 10in, 250ppi) to use as the background (it may even include your name or a watermark). Next, open an image file (any size) for which the variations are to be created. With the image in the foreground/selected and the template in the background/not selected, press the play button in the Actions palette and follow the provided directions.

Licence: Freeware
Online: http://www.adobeevangelists.com/photoshop/actions.html
Operating system: Windows 95/98/Me/2000/NT/XP, Mac OS
Requires: Photoshop 6

Install instructions: Extract the contents of the ZIP file. Copy the action (.ATN) into your Photoshop Actions folder. Choose Load Actions from the Actions palette menu. Navigate to the appropriate path and select the action you wish to load.

		Action

This is a collections of three actions, including sample images to experiment with:
Nine Effects - creates nine variations of the selected image: a colour version, black & white, sepia tone, etc.
Ring Around - copies and repeats colour variations of the designated photo around the perimeter of the original image.
Six Images on Template - simply arranges six copies of the active image onto the designated template.

Licence: Freeware
Online: http://www.adobeevangelists.com/photoshop/actions.html
Operating system: Windows 95/98/Me/2000/NT/XP, Mac OS
Requires: Photoshop 6

Install instructions: Extract the contents of the ZIP file. Copy the action (.ATN) into your Photoshop Actions folder. Choose Load Actions from the Actions palette menu. Navigate to the appropriate path and select the action you wish to load.

		Action

This action increases the canvas size by the same amount on all sides. For example, if the canvas is 300 x 300 pixels and you enter 20 pixels for the amount, the resulting canvas size would be 340 x 340 (i.e. 300 + 20 + 20 = 340).

Licence: Freeware
Online: http://user.fundy.net/morris/redirect.html?photoshop20.shtml
Operating system: Windows 95/98/Me/2000/NT/XP, Mac OS
Requires: Photoshop 6

Install instructions: Extract the contents of the ZIP file. Copy the action (.ATN) into your Photoshop Actions folder. Choose Load Actions from the Actions palette menu. Navigate to the appropriate path and select the action you wish to load.

		Action

To use this action, select the bottom-most layer in the Layers palette and play the action. This action will save up to 20 layers as separate files by selecting the appropriate layer, duplicating it to a new document, prompting for the save name and then closing the new document.

Licence: Freeware
Online: http://www.adobeevangelists.com/photoshop/actions.html
Operating system: Windows 95/98/Me/2000/NT/XP, Mac OS
Requires: Photoshop 6

Install instructions: Extract the contents of the ZIP file. Copy the action (.ATN) into your Photoshop Actions folder. Choose Load Actions from the Actions palette menu. Navigate to the appropriate path and select the action you wish to load.

		Action

To use this action, select the bottom-most snapshot in the History palette and play the action. This action will save up to five snapshots as separate files by selecting the appropriate snapshot, duplicating it to a new document, prompting for the save name, and then closing the new document.

Licence: Freeware.
Online: http://www.adobeevangelists.com/photoshop/actions.html
Operating system: Windows 95/98/Me/2000/NT/XP, Mac OS
Requires: Photoshop 6

Install instructions: Extract the contents of the ZIP file. Copy the action (.ATN) into your Photoshop Actions folder. Choose Load Actions from the Actions palette menu. Navigate to the appropriate path and select the action you wish to load.

		Action

This action produces a monochrome/greyscale stippled effect based on the selected image. The larger the image, the more detail that will be maintained. To add colour to your image add a Hue/Saturation adjustment layer, enable the Colorise option and select the desired hue. Alternatively, use the Magic Wand to select each of the different shades of grey and fill them with the desired colour. (Repeat for each shade of grey).

Licence: Freeware
Online: http://www.adobeevangelists.com/photoshop/actions.html
Operating system: Windows 95/98/Me/2000/NT/XP, Mac OS
Requires: Photoshop 6

Install instructions: Extract the contents of the ZIP file. Copy the action (.ATN) into your Photoshop Actions folder. Choose Load Actions from the Actions palette menu. Navigate to the appropriate path and select the action you wish to load.

		Action

Tile Offset is designed to speed up the process of making seamless tiles. Now you can preview your pattern edges, without the hassle of counting pixels for the Offset filter. Works on any image size - a real time saver.

Licence: Freeware
Online: http://www.octaine.com/llg/curio_to.html
Operating system: Windows 95/98/Me/2000/NT/XP, Mac OS
Requires: Photoshop 6

Install instructions: Extract the contents of the ZIP file. Copy the action (.ATN) into your Photoshop Actions folder. Choose Load Actions from the Actions palette menu. Navigate to the appropriate path and select the action you wish to load.

		Action

This action set contains two different actions for creating Windows-style tooltips: "Tooltip" creates a tooltip from an existing rectangular selection. After running the action, you may edit the provided text as desired. "Tooltip Background" creates a tooltip background from an existing Type or Paragraph layer. This action is useful for enhancing and/or manipulating screen captures.

Licence: Freeware
Online: N/A
Operating system: Windows 95/98/Me/2000/NT/XP, Mac OS
Requires: Photoshop 6

Install instructions: Extract the contents of the ZIP file. Copy the action (.ATN) into your Photoshop Actions folder. Choose Load Actions from the Actions palette menu. Navigate to the appropriate path and select the action you wish to load.

		Action

Text Effects

Turns your text into acrylic paint squirted right from the tube. You even get to choose the colour!

Licence: Freeware
Online: http://www.webteknique.com/ps_actions/action.asp?action_id=20&cat_id=4&
cat_desc=Liquid+Effects
Operating system: Windows 95/98/Me/2000/NT/XP, Mac OS
Requires: Photoshop 5

Install instructions: Extract the contents of the ZIP file. Copy the action (.ATN) into your Photoshop Actions folder. Choose Load Actions from the Actions palette menu. Navigate to the appropriate path and select the action you wish to load.

		Action

As the name implies, Astroturf turns the current layer into a realistic-looking doormat or fake terrain.

Licence: Freeware
Online: http://www.webteknique.com/ps_actions/action.asp?action_id=12&cat_id=5&
cat_desc=Fun+Effects
Operating system: Windows 95/98/Me/2000/NT/XP, Mac OS
Requires: Photoshop 5.5

Install instructions: Extract the contents of the ZIP file. Copy the action (.ATN) into your Photoshop Actions folder. Choose Load Actions from the Actions palette menu. Navigate to the appropriate path and select the action you wish to load.

		Action

Balloonz prompts you for a custom colour, then turns your text or shapes into fun party balloons with a nice air brushed look. Run the action on each letter individually to get different coloured balloons.

Licence: Freeware
Online: http://www.webteknique.com/ps_actions/action.asp?action_id=1&cat_id=1&
cat_desc=Glass+and+Plastic+Effects
Operating system: Windows 95/98/Me/2000/NT/XP, Mac OS
Requires: Photoshop 5

Install instructions: Extract the contents of the ZIP file. Copy the action (.ATN) into your Photoshop Actions folder. Choose Load Actions from the Actions palette menu. Navigate to the appropriate path and select the action you wish to load.

		Action

Follow the directions provided within the action to give your text the Midas touch (that is, turn it into gold). No plug-ins required.

Licence: Freeware
Online: http://www.screenz.de/modules.php?op=modload&name=Downloads&file=
index&req=viewsdownload&sid=1&min=0&orderby=titleA&show=60
Operating system: Windows 95/98/Me/2000/NT/XP, Mac OS
Requires: Photoshop 6

Install instructions: Extract the contents of the ZIP file. Copy the action (.ATN) into your Photoshop Actions folder. Choose Load Actions from the Actions palette menu. Navigate to the appropriate path and select the action you wish to load.

		Action

Bloo creates a transparent plastic effect (complete with custom background) that works equally well on text and buttons. For best results, ensure that your canvas is twice the size of your text, both vertically and horizontally.

Licence: Freeware
Online: http://www.webteknique.com/ps_actions/action.asp?action_id=24&cat_id=1&
cat_desc=Glass+and+Plastic+Effects
Operating system: Windows 95/98/Me/2000/NT/XP, Mac OS
Requires: Photoshop 5

Install instructions: Extract the contents of the ZIP file. Copy the action (.ATN) into your Photoshop Actions folder. Choose Load Actions from the Actions palette menu. Navigate to the appropriate path and select the action you wish to load.

		Action

Blow Hard is a very detailed action that gives the current text layer the look of blown glass - complete with imperfections and reflections. The action prompts for a custom colour and even generates a wood-grain background.

Licence: Freeware
Online: http://www.webteknique.com/ps_actions/action.asp?action_id=48&cat_id
=1&cat_desc=Glass+and+Plastic+Effects
Operating system: Windows 95/98/Me/2000/NT/XP, Mac OS
Requires: Photoshop 6

Install instructions: Extract the contents of the ZIP file. Copy the action (.ATN) into your Photoshop Actions folder. Choose Load Actions from the Actions palette menu. Navigate to the appropriate path and select the action you wish to load.

		Action

Blue Light uses the active selection to create an cool, blue-ice effect. All original layers are left intact.

Licence: Freeware
Online: http://www.photoshop-stuff.com/Photoshop-Downloads/Photoshop-Actions.htm
Operating system: Windows 95/98/Me/2000/NT/XP, Mac OS
Requires: Photoshop 6

Install instructions: Extract the contents of the ZIP file. Copy the action (.ATN) into your Photoshop Actions folder. Choose Load Actions from the Actions palette menu. Navigate to the appropriate path and select the action you wish to load.

		Action

The name says it all. This action requires a standard RGB image and some text of your choosing to create a sort of blue stone effect. Simply press play and follow the direction provided by the action.

Licence: Freeware
Online: http://www.screenz.de/modules.php?op=modload&name=Downloads&file=
index&req=viewsdownload&sid=1&min=0&orderby=titleA&show=60
Operating system: Windows 95/98/Me/2000/NT/XP, Mac OS
Requires: Photoshop 4

Install instructions: Extract the contents of the ZIP file. Copy the action (.ATN) into your Photoshop Actions folder. Choose Load Actions from the Actions palette menu. Navigate to the appropriate path and select the action you wish to load.

		Action

Boogles gives your text the look of liquid caramel. Yummy! For best results, use this action on large, round fonts.

Licence: Freeware
Online: http://www.webteknique.com/ps_actions/action.asp?action_id=35&cat_id
=5&cat_desc=Fun+Effects
Operating system: Windows 95/98/Me/2000/NT/XP, Mac OS
Requires: Photoshop 6

Install instructions: Extract the contents of the ZIP file. Copy the action (.ATN) into your Photoshop Actions folder. Choose Load Actions from the Actions palette menu. Navigate to the appropriate path and select the action you wish to load.

		Action

Use this action to turn the current type layer into snow-capped candy canes. Perfect for the holiday season.

Licence: Freeware
Online: http://www.webteknique.com/ps_actions/action.asp?action_id=13&cat_id
=2&cat_desc=Food+Effects
Operating system: Windows 95/98/Me/2000/NT/XP, Mac OS
Requires: Photoshop 5.5

Install instructions: Extract the contents of the ZIP file. Copy the action (.ATN) into your Photoshop Actions folder. Choose Load Actions from the Actions palette menu. Navigate to the appropriate path and select the action you wish to load.

		Action

A spectacular action that adds water reflections and droplets to the selected text, complimented by a wet, sandy background. (Crab not included.)

Licence: Freeware
Online: http://www.webteknique.com/ps_actions/action.asp?action_id=29&ca
t_id=3&cat_desc=Metal+Effects
Operating system: Windows 95/98/Me/2000/NT/XP, Mac OS
Requires: Photoshop 6

Install instructions: Extract the contents of the ZIP file. Copy the action (.ATN) into your Photoshop Actions folder. Choose Load Actions from the Actions palette menu. Navigate to the appropriate path and select the action you wish to load.

		Action

Creates rich, steamy espresso text, topped with frothed milk, a dusting of cocoa and a horizontal striped background pattern.

Licence: Freeware
Online: http://www.webteknique.com/ps_actions/action.asp?action_id=23&cat_id
=4&cat_desc=Liquid+Effects
Operating system: Windows 95/98/Me/2000/NT/XP, Mac OS
Requires: Photoshop 5

Install instructions: Extract the contents of the ZIP file. Copy the action (.ATN) into your Photoshop Actions folder. Choose Load Actions from the Actions palette menu. Navigate to the appropriate path and select the action you wish to load.

		Action

Creates a fun and glossy gel effect, complete with a green textured background. Works equally well on text, buttons and other shapes.

Licence: Freeware
Online: http://www.webteknique.com/ps_actions/action.asp?action_id=40&cat_id=5&
cat_desc=Fun+Effects
Operating system: Windows 95/98/Me/2000/NT/XP, Mac OS
Requires: Photoshop 6

Install instructions: Extract the contents of the ZIP file. Copy the action (.ATN) into your Photoshop Actions folder. Choose Load Actions from the Actions palette menu. Navigate to the appropriate path and select the action you wish to load.

		Action

Charmed turns text or shapes into glittery jewellery. The action prompts you for both the glitter and frame colour. Ensure that each character no more than six to eight pixels apart to have the letters "soldered together".

Licence: Freeware
Online: http://www.webteknique.com/ps_actions/action.asp?action_id=21&cat_id
=1&cat_desc=Glass+and+Plastic+Effects
Operating system: Windows 95/98/Me/2000/NT/XP, Mac OS
Requires: Photoshop 5

Install instructions: Extract the contents of the ZIP file. Copy the action (.ATN) into your Photoshop Actions folder. Choose Load Actions from the Actions palette menu. Navigate to the appropriate path and select the action you wish to load.

		Action

Black velvet and gold with an embroidered edge. A beautiful and original text effect. (Font used in sample image is Candles, 400pt.)

Licence: Freeware
Online: http://bellsouthpwp.net/t/o/torn_x/actions/actions001.htm
Operating system: Windows 95/98/Me/2000/NT/XP, Mac OS
Requires: Photoshop 6

Install instructions: Extract the contents of the ZIP file. Copy the action (.ATN) into your Photoshop Actions folder. Choose Load Actions from the Actions palette menu. Navigate to the appropriate path and select the action you wish to load.

		Action

This action creates reflective name plates like the ones on the backs of automobiles. The action set contains two actions: one for chrome, the other for gold. Use the Lens Flare filter and a few painted glares to really bring it to life.

Licence: Freeware
Online: http://www.webteknique.com/ps_actions/action.asp?action_id=32&cat_id
=3&cat_desc=Metal+Effects
Operating system: Windows 95/98/Me/2000/NT/XP, Mac OS
Requires: Photoshop 5

Install instructions: Extract the contents of the ZIP file. Copy the action (.ATN) into your Photoshop Actions folder. Choose Load Actions from the Actions palette menu. Navigate to the appropriate path and select the action you wish to load.

		Action

Engraves text and other objects into a chunk of somethin' shiny. Comes complete with textured blue background and all.

Licence: Freeware
Online: http://www.webteknique.com/ps_actions/action.asp?action_id=49&cat_id
=3&cat_desc=Metal+Effects
Operating system: Windows 95/98/Me/2000/NT/XP, Mac OS
Requires: Photoshop 6

Install instructions: Extract the contents of the ZIP file. Copy the action (.ATN) into your Photoshop Actions folder. Choose Load Actions from the Actions palette menu. Navigate to the appropriate path and select the action you wish to load.

		Action

Start clowning around by adding some coloured confetti and polka dots to your creations. Works best on large, round fonts. (Font used in sample image is BellBottom, 300pt)

Licence: Freeware
Online: http://bellsouthpwp.net/t/o/torn_x/actions/actions001.htm
Operating system: Windows 95/98/Me/2000/NT/XP, Mac OS
Requires: Photoshop 6

Install instructions: Extract the contents of the ZIP file. Copy the action (.ATN) into your Photoshop Actions folder. Choose Load Actions from the Actions palette menu. Navigate to the appropriate path and select the action you wish to load.

		Action

Gives you text a rough-edged concrete appearance. Instructions provided within the action.

Licence: Freeware
Online: http://www.fontgod.com/actionaddiction/actions.htm
Operating system: Windows 95/98/Me/2000/NT/XP, Mac OS
Requires: Photoshop 4

Install instructions: Extract the contents of the ZIP file. Copy the action (.ATN) into your Photoshop Actions folder. Choose Load Actions from the Actions palette menu. Navigate to the appropriate path and select the action you wish to load.

		Action

As the name implies, Crak'd gives the current text layer a cracked/broken appearance. The action also adds an attractive background and allows you to define your own colours. (Works best on thick fonts - in fact, if your font is too thin, the action will fail.)

Licence: Freeware
Online: http://www.webteknique.com/ps_actions/action.asp?action_id=36&cat_id
=1&cat_desc=Glass+and+Plastic+Effects
Operating system: Windows 95/98/Me/2000/NT/XP, Mac OS
Requires: Photoshop 6

Install instructions: Extract the contents of the ZIP file. Copy the action (.ATN) into your Photoshop Actions folder. Choose Load Actions from the Actions palette menu. Navigate to the appropriate path and select the action you wish to load.

		Action

Deco is fun, colourful and over the top. The more fun the font, the more fun the output! For best results, a 300 - 400 point font is recommended.

Licence: Freeware
Online: http://www.webteknique.com/ps_actions/action.asp?action_id=45&cat_id=
5&cat_desc=Fun+Effects
Operating system: Windows 95/98/Me/2000/NT/XP, Mac OS
Requires: Photoshop 6

Install instructions: Extract the contents of the ZIP file. Copy the action (.ATN) into your Photoshop Actions folder. Choose Load Actions from the Actions palette menu. Navigate to the appropriate path and select the action you wish to load.

		Action

Turn your text into artery-clogging chocolate frosting donuts with sprinkles. The action even renders a counter-top under the donuts. Works best on large, round type.

Licence: Freeware
Online: http://www.webteknique.com/ps_actions/action.asp?action_id=46&cat_id=2&
cat_desc=Food+Effects
Operating system: Windows 95/98/Me/2000/NT/XP, Mac OS
Requires: Photoshop 6

Install instructions: Extract the contents of the ZIP file. Copy the action (.ATN) into your Photoshop Actions folder. Choose Load Actions from the Actions palette menu. Navigate to the appropriate path and select the action you wish to load.

		Action

Double Stuff produces an effect similar to the Oreo Cookie logo. The action also renders a complimentary blue background on a separate layer.

Licence: Freeware
Online: http://www.webteknique.com/ps_actions/action.asp?action_id=39&cat_id=
5&cat_desc=Fun+Effects
Operating system: Windows 95/98/Me/2000/NT/XP, Mac OS
Requires: Photoshop 6

Install instructions: Extract the contents of the ZIP file. Copy the action (.ATN) into your Photoshop Actions folder. Choose Load Actions from the Actions palette menu. Navigate to the appropriate path and select the action you wish to load.

		Action

Glittery green emerald in a black bevelled frame. Add some flares or use the Lens Flare filter to really make your text, buttons and shapes sparkle.

Licence: Freeware
Online: http://www.webteknique.com/ps_actions/action.asp?action_id=6&cat_id=
1&cat_desc=Glass+and+Plastic+Effects
Operating system: Windows 95/98/Me/2000/NT/XP, Mac OS
Requires: Photoshop 5.5

Install instructions: Extract the contents of the ZIP file. Copy the action (.ATN) into your Photoshop Actions folder. Choose Load Actions from the Actions palette menu. Navigate to the appropriate path and select the action you wish to load.

		Action

This action prompts you for an image or a blank canvas; you then enter the desired text and the action will turn it into "etched metal" (which resembles a liquid or hammered gold surface). Follow the directions provided within the action.

Licence: Freeware
Online: http://www.screenz.de/modules.php?op=modload&name=Downloads&file=
index&req=viewsdownload&sid=1&min=0&orderby=titleA&show=60
Operating system: Windows 95/98/Me/2000/NT/XP, Mac OS
Requires: Photoshop 4

Install instructions: Extract the contents of the ZIP file. Copy the action (.ATN) into your Photoshop Actions folder. Choose Load Actions from the Actions palette menu. Navigate to the appropriate path and select the action you wish to load.

		Action

Just like Autumn, this action adds warm and rich colours to any of your fonts. Follow the instructions provided within the action. (Font used in sample image is Luftwaffe, 300pt.)

Licence: Freeware
Online: http://bellsouthpwp.net/t/o/torn_x/actions/actions001.htm
Operating system: Windows 95/98/Me/2000/NT/XP, Mac OS
Requires: Photoshop 6

Install instructions: Extract the contents of the ZIP file. Copy the action (.ATN) into your Photoshop Actions folder. Choose Load Actions from the Actions palette menu. Navigate to the appropriate path and select the action you wish to load.

		Action

Appropriately named, Fishbone uses the ZigZag filter to turn your text in a gold-encrusted fish skeleton. Follow the directions provided within the action. (No plug-ins required).

Licence: Freeware
Online: http://www.screenz.de/modules.php?op=modload&name=Downloads&file=
index&req=viewsdownload&sid=1&min=0&orderby=titleA&show=60
Operating system: Windows 95/98/Me/2000/NT/XP, Mac OS
Requires: Photoshop 6

Install instructions: Extract the contents of the ZIP file. Copy the action (.ATN) into your Photoshop Actions folder. Choose Load Actions from the Actions palette menu. Navigate to the appropriate path and select the action you wish to load.

		Action

This one puts the "fun" in "funky". It's a fairly lengthy action that produces a combination of horizontal patterns (on both the text and the background) with a splash of water. Complete the effect with a few glares and sparkles.

Licence: Freeware
Online: http://www.webteknique.com/ps_actions/action.asp?action_id=34&cat_id=
5&cat_desc=Fun+Effects
Operating system: Windows 95/98/Me/2000/NT/XP, Mac OS
Requires: Photoshop 6

Install instructions: Extract the contents of the ZIP file. Copy the action (.ATN) into your Photoshop Actions folder. Choose Load Actions from the Actions palette menu. Navigate to the appropriate path and select the action you wish to load.

		Action

Dressed your text up in whimsical custom-coloured checks. Follow the instructions provided within the action. (No plug-ins required.)

Licence: Freeware
Online: http://www.screenz.de/modules.php?op=modload&name=Downloads
&file=index&req=viewsdownload&sid=1&min=0&orderby=titleA&show=60
Operating system: Windows 95/98/Me/2000/NT/XP, Mac OS
Requires: Photoshop 4

Install instructions: Extract the contents of the ZIP file. Copy the action (.ATN) into your Photoshop Actions folder. Choose Load Actions from the Actions palette menu. Navigate to the appropriate path and select the action you wish to load.

		Action

A transparent coloured gel effect for your text or buttons. When prompted, use the Hue/Saturation slider to choose the colour you wish. Works best with a large rounded font.

Licence: Freeware
Online: http://www.webteknique.com/ps_actions/action.asp?action_id=14&cat_id
=2&cat_desc=Food+Effects
Operating system: Windows 95/98/Me/2000/NT/XP, Mac OS
Requires: Photoshop 6

Install instructions: Extract the contents of the ZIP file. Copy the action (.ATN) into your Photoshop Actions folder. Choose Load Actions from the Actions palette menu. Navigate to the appropriate path and select the action you wish to load.

		Action

This action turns the active text layer into army issue fatigues, framed with gun metal and wood on a jungle background.

Licence: Freeware
Online: http://www.webteknique.com/ps_actions/action.asp?action_id=7&cat_id
=5&cat_desc=Fun+Effects
Operating system: Windows 95/98/Me/2000/NT/XP, Mac OS
Requires: Photoshop 5

Install instructions: Extract the contents of the ZIP file. Copy the action (.ATN) into your Photoshop Actions folder. Choose Load Actions from the Actions palette menu. Navigate to the appropriate path and select the action you wish to load.

		Action

This one gets its name from the combination of gold and irritated (bumped) text layers. Follow the prompts provided by the action. Turn off the "irritation" layer for a plain gold-bevelled font. (No plug-ins required).

Licence: Freeware
Online: http://www.screenz.de/modules.php?op=modload&name=Downloads&file=
index&req=viewsdownload&sid=1&min=0&orderby=titleA&show=60
Operating system: Windows 95/98/Me/2000/NT/XP, Mac OS
Requires: Photoshop 4

Install instructions: Extract the contents of the ZIP file. Copy the action (.ATN) into your Photoshop Actions folder. Choose Load Actions from the Actions palette menu. Navigate to the appropriate path and select the action you wish to load.

		Action

Produces bevelled gold text with a hammered gold interior. All instructions provided within the action. (Note: there is a problem with the Lighting Effects filter that prevents this action from producing the correct results in Photoshop 7 and higher.)

Licence: Freeware
Online: http://www.screenz.de/modules.php?op=modload&name=Downloads&file
=index&req=viewsdownload&sid=1&min=0&orderby=titleA&show=60
Operating system: Windows 95/98/Me/2000/NT/XP, Mac OS
Requires: Photoshop 5

Install instructions: Extract the contents of the ZIP file. Copy the action (.ATN) into your Photoshop Actions folder. Choose Load Actions from the Actions palette menu. Navigate to the appropriate path and select the action you wish to load.

		Action

Golden text similar to "Block Gold", with the addition of a gold reflection (and an inverted gradient). Follow the directions provided within the action. No plug-ins required.

Licence: Freeware
Online: http://www.screenz.de/modules.php?op=modload&name=Downloads&file=
index&req=viewsdownload&sid=1&min=0&orderby=titleA&show=60
Operating system: Windows 95/98/Me/2000/NT/XP, Mac OS
Requires: Photoshop 6

Install instructions: Extract the contents of the ZIP file. Copy the action (.ATN) into your Photoshop Actions folder. Choose Load Actions from the Actions palette menu. Navigate to the appropriate path and select the action you wish to load.

		Action

The perfect pet, Goldie turns your text into an aquarium full of gold fish. Be sure to load the included custom shape (Fish2.csh) before running this action - the action will not work without it. (Font used in sample image is Snap ITC, 300pt).

Licence: Freeware
Online: http://bellsouthpwp.net/t/o/torn_x/actions/actions002.htm
Operating system: Windows 95/98/Me/2000/NT/XP, Mac OS
Requires: Photoshop 6

Install instructions: Extract the contents of the ZIP file. Copy the action (.ATN) into your Photoshop Actions folder. Choose Load Actions from the Actions palette menu. Navigate to the appropriate path and select the action you wish to load. Finally, copy the shape file (.CSH

		Action

The name of this action about sums it up: it adds green bumps and a bevelled yellow stroke to whatever text you choose. All instructions provided within the action.

Licence: Freeware
Online: http://www.screenz.de/modules.php?op=modload&name=Downloads&file=
index&req=viewsdownload&sid=1&min=0&orderby=titleA&show=60
Operating system: Windows 95/98/Me/2000/NT/XP, Mac OS
Requires: Photoshop 4

Install instructions: Extract the contents of the ZIP file. Copy the action (.ATN) into your Photoshop Actions folder. Choose Load Actions from the Actions palette menu. Navigate to the appropriate path and select the action you wish to load.

		Action

Leather and gold with an embroidered edge (very similar to "Chic"). Follow the instructions provided within the action. (Font used in sample image is Elephant, 400pt.)

Licence: Freeware
Online: http://bellsouthpwp.net/t/o/torn_x/actions/actions002.htm
Operating system: Windows 95/98/Me/2000/NT/XP, Mac OS
Requires: Photoshop 6

Install instructions: Extract the contents of the ZIP file. Copy the action (.ATN) into your Photoshop Actions folder. Choose Load Actions from the Actions palette menu. Navigate to the appropriate path and select the action you wish to load.

		Action

Candy-coat your type with this action. You even get to choose the flavour: cherry-red, lemon-lime-green, grapedy-purple, orangey-orangeà you name it!

Licence: Freeware
Online: http://www.webteknique.com/ps_actions/action.asp?action_id=15&cat_id
=2&cat_desc=Food+Effects
Operating system: Windows 95/98/Me/2000/NT/XP, Mac OS
Requires: Photoshop 5

Install instructions: Extract the contents of the ZIP file. Copy the action (.ATN) into your Photoshop Actions folder. Choose Load Actions from the Actions palette menu. Navigate to the appropriate path and select the action you wish to load.

		Action

Press play and watch the wood chips fly! Hatchet makes your text look as though it might have been cut from the cross-section of a tree. The only thing missing from this one is the sawdust!

Licence: Freeware
Online: http://www.webteknique.com/ps_actions/action.asp?action_id=33&cat_
id=5&cat_desc=Fun+Effects
Operating system: Windows 95/98/Me/2000/NT/XP, Mac OS
Requires: Photoshop 5

Install instructions: Extract the contents of the ZIP file. Copy the action (.ATN) into your Photoshop Actions folder. Choose Load Actions from the Actions palette menu. Navigate to the appropriate path and select the action you wish to load.

		Action

A mix of disco and circus, this action isà just plain silly. Customise all the colours for the text as well as the background. Best results are achieved on thick, decorative, rounded fonts (approximately 400 - 500 pixels in size).

Licence: Freeware
Online: http://www.webteknique.com/ps_actions/action.asp?action_id=53&cat_id
=5&cat_desc=Fun+Effects
Operating system: Windows 98/Me/2000/NT/XP, Mac OS/OS X
Requires: Photoshop 7

Install instructions: Extract the contents of the ZIP file. Copy the action (.ATN) into your Photoshop Actions folder. Choose Load Actions from the Actions palette menu. Navigate to the appropriate path and select the action you wish to load.

		Action

Abstract and colourful, Kaleidoscope will turn even the most boring fonts into technicolour splendour. Follow the instructions provided within the action. (Font used in sample image is Candles, 300pt.)

Licence: Freeware
Online: http://bellsouthpwp.net/t/o/torn_x/actions/actions002.htm
Operating system: Windows 95/98/Me/2000/NT/XP, Mac OS
Requires: Photoshop 6

Install instructions: Extract the contents of the ZIP file. Copy the action (.ATN) into your Photoshop Actions folder. Choose Load Actions from the Actions palette menu. Navigate to the appropriate path and select the action you wish to load.

		Action

Kartoon adds honey-coloured stripes to your text, complemented by a teal outer bevel. Use this one on your "fun fonts" (the ones your clients never let you use on their corporate logos.)

Licence: Freeware
Online: http://www.webteknique.com/ps_actions/action.asp?action_id=8&cat_id=5&
cat_desc=Fun+Effects
Operating system: Windows 95/98/Me/2000/NT/XP, Mac OS
Requires: Photoshop 5.5

Install instructions: Extract the contents of the ZIP file. Copy the action (.ATN) into your Photoshop Actions folder. Choose Load Actions from the Actions palette menu. Navigate to the appropriate path and select the action you wish to load.

		Action

Krystl' gives any object a true transparent appearance. Although the action creates its own attractive background, you can also add your own custom background and see it right through your text, buttons or shapes.

Licence: Freeware
Online: http://www.webteknique.com/ps_actions/action.asp?action_id=31&cat_id
=1&cat_desc=Glass+and+Plastic+Effects
Operating system: Windows 95/98/Me/2000/NT/XP, Mac OS
Requires: Photoshop 6

Install instructions: Extract the contents of the ZIP file. Copy the action (.ATN) into your Photoshop Actions folder. Choose Load Actions from the Actions palette menu. Navigate to the appropriate path and select the action you wish to load.

		Action

As the name implies, Liquid Bubble Gum turns the active type layer into a sticky pink ooze. Because this action flattens the final results, you may need to use the history to go back a few steps to view it on separate layers.

Licence: Freeware
Online: http://www.webteknique.com/ps_actions/action.asp?action_id=19&cat_id=
4&cat_desc=Liquid+Effects
Operating system: Windows 95/98/Me/2000/NT/XP, Mac OS
Requires: Photoshop 5

Install instructions: Extract the contents of the ZIP file. Copy the action (.ATN) into your Photoshop Actions folder. Choose Load Actions from the Actions palette menu. Navigate to the appropriate path and select the action you wish to load.

		Action

MAC-tastick creates a colourful base with a clear plastic top that you can see through (think "Mac Aqua"). The action lets you pick your colours for the base, top and background. (Works best on thick fonts.)

Licence: Freeware
Online: http://www.webteknique.com/ps_actions/action.asp?action_id=47&cat_id=1
&cat_desc=Glass+and+Plastic+Effects
Operating system: Windows 95/98/Me/2000/NT/XP, Mac OS
Requires: Photoshop 6

Install instructions: Extract the contents of the ZIP file. Copy the action (.ATN) into your Photoshop Actions folder. Choose Load Actions from the Actions palette menu. Navigate to the appropriate path and select the action you wish to load.