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How Do You Do Effects on Figma?

Last updated on September 28, 2022 @ 10:43 pm

Figma is a vector graphics editor and prototyping tool – the first interface design tool with real-time collaboration.

PRO TIP: This article is about how to do effects on Figma, but does not offer any specific advice or warnings about doing so. Proceed with caution and be sure to read all directions carefully before attempting to do any effects on Figma.

How do you do effects on Figma?

There are many ways to add effects to your Figma designs. One way is to use the built-in Effects panel. To access the panel, go to the left sidebar and click on the Effects icon (it looks like a magic wand).

The Effects panel has a variety of different effects that you can apply to your objects, including: shadows, blurs, fills, strokes, and more. To apply an effect, simply click on the desired effect and it will be applied to your selected object(s).

You can also add effects by using layer styles. Layer styles are similar to Photoshop’s layer styles – they allow you to add multiple effects to an object all at once. To access layer styles, right-click on an object and select “Layer Styles.”

Layer styles include options for: shadows, glows, fills, strokes, and more. You can also create your own custom layer style by clicking on the “Create new style” button at the bottom of the Layer Styles panel.

Finally, you can add effects by using plugins. Plugins are third-party extensions that you can install to add additional functionality to Figma. There are a variety of plugins available that allow you to do things like: create animations, generate responsive designs, add data visualizations, and more.

To install a plugin, go to the Plugins section of the left sidebar and click on “Browse All Plugins.” Here you’ll be able to browse through all of the available plugins and install the ones you want to use.

No matter which method you choose, adding effects to your Figma designs is a great way to make them more polished and professional.

Kathy McFarland

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