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How Do I Start Designing With Figma?

Last updated on September 28, 2022 @ 8:11 pm

If you’re a designer, there’s a good chance you’re using Figma in your workflow. It’s a great tool for collaboration and has become increasingly popular in recent years. But if you’re new to Figma, you might be wondering how to get started.

In this article, we’ll give you a few tips on how to start designing with Figma.

First, you’ll need to sign up for a Figma account. You can do this by going to their website and clicking the “Sign Up” button.

Once you have an account, you can create a new file by clicking the “Create New File” button on the dashboard.

When creating a new file, you’ll be asked to choose a template. For most design projects, you’ll want to choose the “Custom” template.

Once you’ve chosen a template, you’ll be taken to the canvas where you can start designing your project.

One of the great things about Figma is that it’s vector-based, which means you can resize objects without losing quality. This is perfect for when you need to make adjustments or export assets for different devices.

To add an object to your design, simply click on the “Add” button in the toolbar and choose from the various shapes, lines, and illustrations that are available.

You can also add text by clicking on the “Text” button in the toolbar. To change the font or style of your text, simply click on the text element and use the options in the right sidebar.

Once you’re happy with your design, you can export it by going to File > Export in the top menu bar. Here you can choose to export your design as an image, PDF, or even an animation!

PRO TIP: When designing with Figma, it is important to be aware of potential design risks. One risk is that Figma does not support some older browsers, which can lead to unexpected results when trying to view or use designs in those browsers. Additionally, Figma’s design tools can be challenging to use for beginners, and it is easy to make mistakes that can be difficult to fix. As such, it is important to have a good understanding of the design process and tools before beginning work in Figma.

So there you have it! These are just a few tips on how to get started with Figma. With its vector-based design tools and easy export options, Figma is a great choice for any designer.

Dale Leydon

Dale Leydon

Sysadmin turned Javascript developer. Owner of 20+ apps graveyard, and a couple of successful ones.