Creating Banners

Open new file
Open a new file by selecting File >New from the menu bar

In the New File dialog box, set the image properties for the size of the banner that you would like. Recommended dimensions - These may be adjusted to your own personal preferences.
Width = 468 pixels
Height = 60 pixels
Resolution = 72

Inserting Text

Use the type tool on the toolbar to insert text

1. select the Type Tool by clicking on it once

2. Place the text tool anywhere onto your new blank document and type in the necessary text for your banner. The text can be formatted using the Type toolbar.

Applying a Drop Shadow to Text

Select the Drop Shadow menu item (Layer > Layer Style > Drop Shadow..)

The Layer Style dialog box will pop up, allowing you to adjust the properties of your drop shadow effect. You may change the Angle of the "light", the opacity of the shadow itself, distance of the shadow from the object, as well as other important properties as shown below:

Click OK when done, and your drop shadow should be applied.

Saving the file
1. From the menu bar, select File > Save for the Web
2. Type in a new name for the image and select the extension of JPEG or GIF.

Resolution Issues:

• Web Graphics: If the file will be used for the web, it is best to save as a JPEG or GIF. JPEG's are recommended for pictures and photos. The resolution should be set at 72dpi(ppi).
• Print Quality Graphics: Some recommended file types this could be saved as is JPEG or TIFF. If this file will be printed out or a high quality is necessary, it is better to set it at a higher resolution, such as 200dpi