How do I break apart text in Photoshop?

I have a word in a text layer in photoshop. I want each character to be on a separate layer, how can I do that?

Answer

1. Select the Type tool.


2. Type your letter.


3. Duplicate the layer.


4. Select the new layer.


5. Highlight the copied letter and type the second letter.


6. Repeat as needed.

Unless you're breaking up "antidisestablishmentarianism," this is the faster way to go.