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Can You Outline Text in Figma?

Last updated on April 26, 2023 @ 8:13 am

Yes, you can outline text in Figma. To do so, simply select the text object you want to outline and click on the “Stroke” button in the right-hand side panel.

This will add a Stroke settings option where you can specify the width, color, opacity, and other properties of your outlined text.

You can adjust how thick the outline of your text is by increasing the Width amount in the Stroke section. You can do this to make the text more evident in the design.

If you want your text to be outlined only without a color fill, you can easily do this by going to the Fill section and clicking on the eye icon.

This will disable the fill color currently applied and turn the text object into a transparent outlined text.

There are a few things to keep in mind when outlining text in Figma. First, remember that you can only outline text that is already created – you cannot create new text objects with the Stroke tool.

Second, while you can change the color of your outlined text, keep in mind that it will always be slightly lighter than the fill color of your object. And finally, remember that outlining text can make it harder to read, so use it sparingly.

PRO TIP: If you’re using Figma to design a complex layout, be aware that you can’t currently outline text. This means that if you have text in multiple colors or different font weights, you won’t be able to convert it to outlines and manipulate it as a single object.

With these tools at your disposal, you should be able to create well-formatted texts that look great on your website or blog.

The ability to outline text in Figma is a great way to add some extra flair to your designs. And while it’s necessary to know how to style text in Figma, it’s always good to have a basic understanding of how the Stroke tool works. So whether you’re just getting started with Figma or you’re a seasoned pro, hopefully, this article has been helpful in showing you how to style text using the Stroke tool.

Madison Geldart

Madison Geldart

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