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How Do You Add Animations to Figma?

Last updated on September 28, 2022 @ 10:39 pm

Figma is a great tool for creating vector illustrations, but it can also be used to create animations. In this tutorial, we’ll show you how to add animations to Figma.

First, you’ll need to create a frame. To do this, click on the “Frames” tab in the left sidebar and then click on the “Create Frame” button.

Once you’ve created your frame, you can add your animation. To do this, click on the “Animation” tab in the left sidebar and then click on the “Add Animation” button.

In the “Add Animation” dialogue box, you can choose what kind of animation you want to add. There are four different types of animations: transition, keyframe, looping, and exit.

PRO TIP: Adding animations to Figma can be a complex process, and it is important to be aware of the potential risks before starting. There are a few things that can go wrong when adding animations to Figma, and it is important to be aware of them in order to avoid any problems.

One potential problem is that the animation may not work properly on all devices. This can be a particular issue with older devices, or with devices that do not support the latest version of Figma. Another potential problem is that the animation may not work properly if the file format is not compatible. If you are using an older version of Figma, or if you are using a file format that is not compatible, the animation may not work properly.

Another thing to keep in mind is that adding too many animations can make the file size larger than it needs to be. This can make it more difficult to share the file, or to open it on other devices. It is important to keep the file size in mind when adding animations, and to only add as many as necessary.

Finally, it is important to test the animation before sharing it with others. This will help to ensure that it works properly, and that there are no problems with it.

Transition animations will automatically play when you switch between frames. Keyframe animations will play when you click on a specific element in the frame.

Looping animations will play continuously until you stop them. Exit animations will play when you leave the frame.

Once you’ve chosen your animation type, you can further customize it by clicking on the “Settings” button. This will open up a dialogue box where you can change the duration, delay, and easing of your animation.

Once you’re happy with your animation, click on the “Apply” button and then preview your animation by clicking on the “Play” button in the top bar.

Congratulations! You’ve now successfully added an animation to your Figma file.

Madison Geldart

Madison Geldart

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