The Editor in Figma
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Getting familiar with the Figma interface
Figma Handbook
1
The Figma Design Tool
0:54
2
The Editor in Figma
1:17
3
Basic Tools
2:14
4
Position, Size, Rotation, & Corner Radius properties
1:27
5
Color Styles
1:13
6
Masks
1:47
7
Dark Mode with Selection Colors
1:17
8
Gradients
1:36
9
Creating Backgrounds
2:37
10
Blending Modes
2:02
11
Alignment, Distribution, & Tidy up Properties
1:24
12
Union and Corner Radius
2:53
13
Shadow and Blur Effects
1:48
14
Using Images
2:00
15
Fill, Stroke, & Advanced Stroke
3:21
16
Text Properties and Styles
1:37
17
Google Fonts and Custom Fonts
1:13
18
Accessibility
19
Responsive Design
3:07
20
Constraints
1:11
21
Layout Grid
2:00
22
Auto Layout in Figma
8:17
23
Vector Mode
0:55
24
Vector Network
1:19
25
Perspective Mockups
2:00
26
3D Mockups
1:20
27
Using Illustrations in Design
2:03
28
Booleans
2:24
29
Icon Design
1:48
30
Components
1:50
31
Team Library
2:14
32
Creating Confetti
1:59
33
Looper Shape Duplication
1:41
34
Apple Watch Ring
2:23
35
Exporting Assets in Figma
1:39
36
Exporting CSS Code
1:04
37
Designing with Data
1:57
38
Prototyping
2:25
39
Version History
1:25
40
Multiplayer, Commenting, & Previews
1:36
41
Variants
5:39
42
Interactive Components
5:40
43
UIKits
4:47
44
Plugins
5:47
45
Blob Background
4:45
46
Wave Background
6:46
47
3D Shapes
12:27
48
Parallax Prototyping in Figma
7:52
49
3D UI Perspective Design
7:16
50
Glass Icon
9:16
51
Crystal Ball with Water Effect Animation
12:54
52
Design and code a line animation with letters
29:38
53
Futuristic line animation
19:30
54
Import from Adobe Illustrator to Figma
3:16
55
Create an Illustration in Figma
4:07
56
Remove BG plugin
2:27
57
Circular Lines Advanced Stroke
3:27
58
Publish Design to Community
4:49
59
Turn Image into Vector
3:11
60
Prototype with Scrolling Content
3:42
61
Hug Content and Resizing
2:04
62
Advanced Auto Layout
4:13
63
Circular Text on Path
5:57
64
Mirror Prototype
2:39
65
Sticky Nav and Tab Bar Prototyping
4:37
66
Video in Figma Prototype
5:04
67
Mesh Gradients
3:03
68
Figma Sections
3:53
69
Unsplash Stock Photos
2:07
70
Angular Gradient
4:17
71
Radial Gradient
5:11
72
After Delay Animation Prototyping
3:14
73
UI Wireframe
2:53
74
Lottie Animations
3:55
75
Design Sign Up Screen
6:42
76
Content Generator
2:53
77
Design Lint Missing Style
2:36
78
Slice Tool
2:04
79
Adaptive Layout with Breakpoints
6:25
80
Chart Designs
4:51
81
Design Modals
4:08
82
Batch Rename
2:35
83
Design Onboarding Screen
2:28
84
Animated Button Prototype
3:06
85
Smart Selection
2:15
86
Component Properties
4:37
87
RedLines
2:54
88
Interactive Calendar
7:46
89
Measure Distance
3:33
90
Variable Fonts
2:51
91
AI Plugins
6:16
92
Text Animation
3:11
93
Resize Layers
2:36
94
View Layer Outlines
2:23
95
Prototype Connections
2:38
96
Export SVG Files and Code
2:47
97
3D Illustrations
4:14
98
UI Placeholder
2:38
99
Dark Mode Switch
4:23
100
Dev Mode
6:26
101
Dark Mode Variables
10:04
102
Figma to HTML
10:51
Getting Started
Once you've created an account, you'll be redirected to the Figma dashboard which contains the details as well as different tabs. This is where you can create new files, import files, go through your recent files or search through the existing ones.
The Editor
Most of the modern design tools, especially the UI design tools look almost the same. This is so that the user doesn't feel overwhelmed while working on different tools or while migrating from one tool to another. The editor is where you end up once you create a new file.
Toolbar
The first section we'll talk about is the toolbar. It has tons of options. Let's go through those options one by one. Starting from the left:
- The hamburger menu gives you access to a lot of different options such as Preferences, Plugins, Libraries, Account settings, Different Options, and Customizations.
- Next up is the select tool which gives you two options - Move and Scale.
- The frame tool allows you to create new artboards. You can either create a custom or select from one of the default options on the right panel. This tool also gives you access to the slice tool, which allows you to specify the region you'd like to export.
- The shape tools give you the ability to create basic pre-defined shapes.
- The pen tool allows you to create custom shapes using vector anchor points. The pencil tool is also available in the Pen tool dropdown.
- The type tool is what you'll use to add text elements to your design.
- Hand tool comes in handy when you want to move around in your design file without activating hover lines, selecting elements, or accidentally moving the same.
- Now, let's move on to the Comment tool which gives the user the ability to add comments throughout the design file, view said comments, and reply to the same.
- On the right side, we've user profile avatars which allow you to see who is viewing the file at any point in time.
- Right next to it is the Share button which provides you with a link or an embed code that you can share. It also opens up share settings.
- The play button allows you to view the prototype, if you've any.
- Lastly, you've the zoom settings as well as other options such as grids, rulers, outlines, etc.
File & Project Names
- The middle of the Toolbar contains the name of the file, which is 'Untitled' by default. Simply click on it to edit.
- The project name, which is 'Draft' by default contains the particular file. You can change the project name to move the file to another project.
Panel
There are two panels located on either side of the editor.
- Layers Panel: the panel to the left is the Layers panel. It contains Layers, Assets and Pages that have been added to the file.
- Properties Panel: the one on the right side is the Properties panel. Here, you can customize the Frame Size, Positions, Colors, Strokes, and Effects. You can also view the code of an element here.
Pages
When you're working on a huge design project you may need to put different design elements in different places, not just in a single page. You can create multiple pages in Figma and put similar elements in a single page.
Assets
On the left side of the Figma editor, there's the Assets panel. Assets are the elements you save as Components. It can include buttons, forms, navigations, cards, cells, and overlays. Assets are extremely handy when it comes to re-using design elements.
Conclusion
Figma is a fully web-based design tool, which can be run in your browser without sacrificing any of its functionalities. It is one of the most common choices when it comes to interface design tools. Outside of some of the useful features, such as real-time collaboration, auto layout, Figma has so many plugins and resources that can save a lot of time for our design process.
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1
The Figma Design Tool
Getting started with Figma as your design tool
0:54
2
The Editor in Figma
Getting familiar with the Figma interface
1:17
3
Basic Tools
Getting to know the tool panel in Figma
2:14
4
Position, Size, Rotation, & Corner Radius properties
Working with Position, Size, Rotation, & Corner Radius properties
1:27
5
Color Styles
Working with color styles on Figma
1:13
6
Masks
Using masks to clip content and compose your design in Figma
1:47
7
Dark Mode with Selection Colors
Learn to design and adapt for designs for Dark Mode with Selection Colors
1:17
8
Gradients
We'll walk through all the different ways to use gradients in your work, as well as techniques when creating them
1:36
9
Creating Backgrounds
Design backgrounds in Figma
2:37
10
Blending Modes
Learn to interesting techniques with Blending Modes
2:02
11
Alignment, Distribution, & Tidy up Properties
Exploring Alignment and Tidy up in Figma
1:24
12
Union and Corner Radius
Working on union and corner radius
2:53
13
Shadow and Blur Effects
Exploring ways to incorporate shadows and blur to your design
1:48
14
Using Images
Steps on how to use images in Figma
2:00
15
Fill, Stroke, & Advanced Stroke
Get to know more about the Fill and various Stroke options in Figma
3:21
16
Text Properties and Styles
Explore and learn about Figma's type properties
1:37
17
Google Fonts and Custom Fonts
Explore the differences between Google Fonts and custom fonts for your website
1:13
18
Accessibility
Exploring a11y in design
19
Responsive Design
Designing responsive layouts in Figma using Constraints and Auto Layout
3:07
20
Constraints
Working with Constraints in Figma
1:11
21
Layout Grid
Learn to design using grids, columns, rows and margins.
2:00
22
Auto Layout in Figma
Working with Auto Layout for responsive design
8:17
23
Vector Mode
Exploring vector mode to edit and customize vector shapes
0:55
24
Vector Network
Learn to use vector networks and design icons
1:19
25
Perspective Mockups
Use realistic mockups to present your designs
2:00
26
3D Mockups
Adding 3D mockups to design
1:20
27
Using Illustrations in Design
Incorporate illustrations into your design
2:03
28
Booleans
Using booleans to design icons
2:24
29
Icon Design
Learn how to design icons using the tools provided by Figma
1:48
30
Components
Make your design more reusable by using components.
1:50
31
Team Library
Publishing your design styles and components
2:14
32
Creating Confetti
Working with Confetti plugin
1:59
33
Looper Shape Duplication
Working with Looper Figma plugin
1:41
34
Apple Watch Ring
Creating apple watch ring in Figma
2:23
35
Exporting Assets in Figma
Learn about exporting assets in Figma for implementation
1:39
36
Exporting CSS Code
Working with CSS code on Figma
1:04
37
Designing with Data
Plugins to help you design with real content
1:57
38
Prototyping
Quickly create an entire flow for your app design in Figma
2:25
39
Version History
Working with version history on Figma
1:25
40
Multiplayer, Commenting, & Previews
Learn about collaboration & sharing with Figma
1:36
41
Variants
Combining similar components into variants
5:39
42
Interactive Components
Creating reusable interactions using interactive components
5:40
43
UIKits
Designing using UIKits in Figma
4:47
44
Plugins
Exploring and Designing using Plugins in Figma
5:47
45
Blob Background
Create a simple blob background in Figma
4:45
46
Wave Background
Create a wave design in Figma using the Bend tool and the Wave plugin
6:46
47
3D Shapes
Create 3D-looking shapes using vector tools in Figma
12:27
48
Parallax Prototyping in Figma
Learn how to create a parallax scrolling animation technique where the background and the foreground layers move at different speed
7:52
49
3D UI Perspective Design
Transforming your user interface with the power of three-dimensional perspective
7:16
50
Glass Icon
Learn how to design a creative icon using background blur
9:16
51
Crystal Ball with Water Effect Animation
Animate waves in a crystal ball using the prototyping tool
12:54
52
Design and code a line animation with letters
Learn how to animate lines using CSS in CodeSandbox
29:38
53
Futuristic line animation
Learn how to create a futuristic background with lines using the pen tool in Figma
19:30
54
Import from Adobe Illustrator to Figma
Best practices for importing an Illustrator file to Figma
3:16
55
Create an Illustration in Figma
Use the vector tool in Figma to create an illustration from scratch
4:07
56
Remove BG plugin
Remove an image background with the RemoveBG plugin in Figma
2:27
57
Circular Lines Advanced Stroke
Design a camera controller with clock lines in Figma
3:27
58
Publish Design to Community
Publishing design files in the Figma Community
4:49
59
Turn Image into Vector
Convert an image into vector in Figma
3:11
60
Prototype with Scrolling Content
Add vertical and horizontal scrolling on your Figma Prototype
3:42
61
Hug Content and Resizing
Learn how to choose the right resizing options including hug content, fixed width or height, fill container and text truncation
2:04
62
Advanced Auto Layout
Learn how to use spacing mode, canvas stacking, text baseline alignment, stroke values in advanced layout
4:13
63
Circular Text on Path
Make a circular text on path using ARC plugin in Figma
5:57
64
Mirror Prototype
View your prototypes on your mobile device using the Figma mobile app
2:39
65
Sticky Nav and Tab Bar Prototyping
How to fix the position with sticky Nav Bar and Tab Bar
4:37
66
Video in Figma Prototype
Apply a video as a fill using any vector network on your prototype
5:04
67
Mesh Gradients
Create beautiful and wave shaped gradients using shapes or the mesh gradient plugin in Figma
3:03
68
Figma Sections
Use sections in Figma to organize designs better and make it easier for collaboration
3:53
69
Unsplash Stock Photos
Insert beautiful images from Unsplash straight into your designs
2:07
70
Angular Gradient
Step-by-step guide to creating and customizing an angular gradient in Figma
4:17
71
Radial Gradient
Creating vibrant radial gradients in Figma for a professional design look
5:11
72
After Delay Animation Prototyping
The easiest way to animate anything on the web using simple after delay interaction in Figma
3:14
73
UI Wireframe
Use various tools and plugins to create a wireframe that helps you easily plan and design your user interface
2:53
74
Lottie Animations
Step-by-step guide to using Lottie animations in Figma to improve collaboration and enhance your designs
3:55
75
Design Sign Up Screen
Easily design a sign up screen in Figma for your app or website
6:42
76
Content Generator
Useful plugins that can help designers design with real content and save time
2:53
77
Design Lint Missing Style
Save time finding and fixing errors in your Figma designs with Design Lint
2:36
78
Slice Tool
Export your designs using the slice tool in Figma
2:04
79
Adaptive Layout with Breakpoints
Creating flexible and responsive web designs with adaptive layout and breakpoints
6:25
80
Chart Designs
Exploring the endless possibilities of chart designs for data visualization
4:51
81
Design Modals
How to design modals that enhance user interfaces
4:08
82
Batch Rename
Quickly and easily rename multiple files in Figma using the Batch Rename plugin
2:35
83
Design Onboarding Screen
Creating an engaging experience to drive user retention with onboarding design
2:28
84
Animated Button Prototype
How to create a dynamic interactive button
3:06
85
Smart Selection
Arrange layers more efficiently with smart selection
2:15
86
Component Properties
Reduce the number of variants in your design system by using component properties and editing them directly in the properties panel
4:37
87
RedLines
Measure distances and annotate your Figma designs before handoff with Redlines Figma plugin
2:54
88
Interactive Calendar
Learn how to use interactive components in Figma to create an interactive calendar with hover and clicked-on states
7:46
89
Measure Distance
Place your design elements in the right place with measure distance in Figma
3:33
90
Variable Fonts
Learn how to replace static fonts with the variable font version
2:51
91
AI Plugins
Enhancing design efficiency by exploring advanced AI tools in Figma to optimize your workflow
6:16
92
Text Animation
Create an impressive motion text animation using interactive component and after delay
3:11
93
Resize Layers
Resize layers using the scale tool
2:36
94
View Layer Outlines
Understanding and organizing your design with view layer outlines
2:23
95
Prototype Connections
Configure your prototypes so that anyone with view access can see the interactions
2:38
96
Export SVG Files and Code
Exporting your artwork as an SVG file allows you to easily embed it in your HTML and CSS code
2:47
97
3D Illustrations
Enhancing Project Design with 3D Illustrations
4:14
98
UI Placeholder
Insert a temporary element to visualize the design
2:38
99
Dark Mode Switch
Transform your design into dark mode in just one click
4:23
100
Dev Mode
Explore Figma's Dev Mode, your essential tool for simplifying design-to-code workflows
6:26
101
Dark Mode Variables
Learn how Figma's dark mode variable feature enhances design by allowing seamless transitions between themes
10:04
102
Figma to HTML
From Figma to Web: Simplifying HTML Export with Anima
10:51
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