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How Do You Cut a Shape in Figma?

Last updated on November 19, 2022 @ 6:43 am

If you’re anything like me, you love finding new ways to use Figma. While it’s mainly a design tool, I’ve found that it can also be used for things like wireframing and prototyping.

Today, I want to show you how to cut a shape in Figma.

There are a few different ways to cut a shape in Figma. The first way is to use the pen tool.

pen icon figma

With the pen tool selected, click on the point where you want to start cutting the shape. Then, move your mouse to the point where you want to end the cut.

pen tool in Figma

When you reach the endpoint, click and hold your mouse button down. You should see a small circle next to your cursor. This means that you’re about to create a curve. Drag your mouse until you create the desired angle, then release your mouse button.

The simple rule of thumb is always to connect the dots. This may sound rather silly and basic, but it’s crucial to remember when working on the pen tool, because you want to make sure that any lines you trace connect with the points you want them to. Once those lines have been connected, the process of cutting the design becomes incredibly easy.

The second way to cut a shape in Figma is to use the line tool. With the line tool selected, click on the point where you want to start cutting the shape. When you get to the endpoint, click and hold your mouse button down.

You should see a small circle next to your cursor.

The third way to cut a shape in Figma is to use the rectangle tool. With the selected rectangle tool, click on the point where you want one corner of the rectangle. Then, move your mouse diagonally until the rectangle is the desired size. When the rectangle is the desired size, click and hold your mouse button down.

Once you’ve created your cut, you can adjust it by clicking on one of the points and dragging it until it’s in just the right spot.

What is Figma and why should it be your first choice for web design

Figma is a powerful, collaborative web design tool. Figma has many features that make it the best choice for web design. It has a clean interface and enables you to create websites with just a few clicks.

It also offers an instant preview of your work, showing how your website will look on different devices. You can share your designs with other users and collaborate on them in real-time.

Is Figma storage secure & unlimited for web designers

The storage is unlimited, but it doesn’t mean you can store as much as you want. The storage space is limited to your Figma membership plan. The free plan offers 5GB of storage space, and the paid plans offer up to 500GB of storage space.

figma plan pricing

How to make sure Figma is the right choice for you as a designer or developer

Figma is the perfect choice for designers who need to collaborate with other designers or developers. It also provides a platform for designers to share their work with clients and stakeholders. The best thing about Figma is that it’s free to use, and its affordable price tag makes it an attractive option for startups.

PRO TIP: If you are unfamiliar with Figma, please be cautious when cutting shapes. It is easy to make mistakes that could result in cutting the wrong shape or losing data.

Conclusion

To sum it up, there are three ways to cut shapes in Figma: using the pen tool, line tool, or rectangle tool.

Figma is the perfect tool for creating digital prototypes. With that in mind, it’s easy to see how powerful Figma could be for anyone working in product design, branding, graphic design, and more. But there are also plenty of other ways for budding designers to put their creativity to work and impress their clients. Our team loves Figma and we think you will too.

Drew Clemente

Drew Clemente

Devops & Sysadmin engineer. I basically build infrastructure online.