Whether you're creating a large logo, a small button or something in between, you can make it stand out by adding a vertical gradient to the text in GIMP. Click the "Blend" tool icon in the Toolbox.

you can change the colors to suit your presentation. For example, you might choose a gradient that matches a scheme designed around your company logo. How to Wrap Text in Microsoft Excel 2003.

You'll see a small preview of what the gradient will look like in this area (Figure 4, below Figure 3). Down in the bottom section, you can change the color of the gradient with the color picker tool ...