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Can You Add Padding in Figma?

Last updated on January 12, 2023 @ 6:27 am

Padding is an important aspect of web design, and it can be used to improve the look and feel of your site. However, adding padding in Figma can be a bit tricky.

There are a few things to keep in mind when adding padding in Figma.

First, you must ensure that the element you’re adding padding to is selected. If you’re not sure how to do this, you can click on the element in the layers panel. Then click the “Auto layout” on the right-side panel.

Select the Figma object you want to add padding

PRO TIP: Please be aware that adding padding in Figma may result in your design being misaligned or looking off-center. Additionally, if you are using a grid, your padding may throw off the alignment of your elements. Therefore, it is advisable to use caution when adding padding and to check your work afterward to ensure everything is still aligned correctly.

Once you’ve selected the element, you can add padding by clicking on the “Add padding” button in the toolbar. This will open up a dialog box where you can specify the amount of padding you want to add.

Add horizontal & vertical padding to your Figma object frame

Keep in mind that you can also add padding to elements by using the “Inspect” tool. This tool allows you to see the CSS properties of an element, including its padding.

Use Figma inspect tab to see padding

Adding padding in Figma can be a bit tricky, but it’s definitely possible. Just make sure that you select the element first, and then use either the “Add padding” button or the “Inspect” tool to add padding.

Madison Geldart

Madison Geldart

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