Typing with gradient tool?

[DaveD]

Can I type something while using the gradient tool? Not typing something and then filling it with gradient tool effect but straight typing using the gradient tool (like chrome type)

I use photoshop 7

 

[dv8_fx]

I've got PS7 installed as well. Nope, it can't done. They're entirely different tools and will work on different layers.

 

[iDad]

Not sure if this is possible (just an idea)but can you do the gradient layer on top then the font layer under it to see it as you go on with typing? Probably not but. But I know you can start your typing stop, add a gradient to it via layer styles. And after you decide on gradient look, start typing again, gradient will follow your type. As long as it is not rasterized There is probably a way to add it before you even start typing but I'm not sure of that process. Oh PS7..... Never mind, lol just upgrade lol