No, that's true it can't export 3d data. That's why I was pointing out that if all he was looking for was a pre-rendered picture of the text or a rotating lit animation then 2d might be an option. If he needed model data then Serif Impactplus (no longer produced - but exports to .x) or Ulead Cool 3D Production studio (no longer produced - but exports to 3ds or .x) would have been totally simple and perfect for automatic extrusion and bevelling. I wouldn't recommend something like Cool 3D production studio for modelling something complicated, but for automatic extrusion of items it's pretty hard to beat. It was like modeling for dummies (perfect for me) :) I will never get rid of my copy. It's fun and useful, and people still use it for DVD menu animations today.