Type Tool
The Type Tool makes it easier than ever to create branding, flying logos, title sequences, and other projects that require text. 3D Type allows artists to create easily editable, non-destructive, multi-line, deformable type with full control over the way it looks, including bevels, extrusion, materials, and animation.
Select Create > Type to create default text and open the Attribute Editor to modify it.
SVG Tool
The SVG Tool now enables you to copy/paste Scalable Vector Graphic (SVG) files into Maya and generate 3D meshes. This allows for seamless interoperability with vector-based 2D design applications. The workflow, which is similar to 3D Type, allows you full control over things like bevels, extrusion, materials, and animation.
Select Create > SVG to create a default SVG object and open the Attribute Editor to modify it.