# Creating Refractive 3D Text in Hana (https://academy.spline.design/collections/hana-everything-you-need-to-know/creating-refractive-3d-text-in-hana)

> A video tutorial from the Spline Academy.

- Product: Hana (2D)
- Level: beginner
- Duration: 6 min 32 s
- Published: 2026-01-27
- Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B6PBtUxK0qE
- Part of: [Hana | Everything You Need To Know](https://academy.spline.design/collections/hana-everything-you-need-to-know.md)

## About this tutorial

Learn how to create stunning 3D text effects in Hana using the new 3D Shape effect. 

In this tutorial, we'll show you how to transform flat text into interactive 3D typography with glass-like refractive materials, dynamic lighting, plus smooth animations. Perfect for designers looking to add depth and visual interest to their projects!

⏲️ Chapters 
- 00:00 Intro
- 00:29 Start adding your text
- 00:56 Adding 3D shape effect to the text
- 02:31 Duplicating text
- 02:59 Glass material
- 03:56 More effects
- 04:27 Adding motion 
- 05:24 Final touches
- 05:53 Outro

## Related documentation

- [Designing in Hana](https://docs.spline.design/hana-a-canvas-for-interactivity/designing-in-hana)
- [Effects in Hana](https://docs.spline.design/hana-a-canvas-for-interactivity/effects-in-hana)