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Because the chrome is almost like a mirror, we want a strong transition between the ground and the sky, not a blurred one. To do so, grab the third gradient stop and move it more to the left (X), until it will cover the second gradient stop and create a sharp transition between the white and light blue color (X). On the Format pane, jump to the Text Effects tab (X), open the 3D Format settings (X), and select Top bevel: Circle (X). The Width and Height values (X) are automatically calculated based on the selected font, and cannot be changed. Open the Material dropdown menu and select Metal (X), as chrome really is a metal. This will make all the reflections much stronger (X). We can also change the Lighting to Chilly (X), which has a slight blue tint. This tint mostly affects the shadows (X) and creates a more realistic look. However, the direction from the light shines is wrong. It shines from the left side (X), while it should be shining from the top – as the real sun does. To fix it, increase the Lighting Angle value (X) until there is a big highlight on the top of the letters (X). A value of 110° seems to be just fine.
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