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How Do You Gradient an Image in Figma?

Last updated on January 7, 2023 @ 1:20 pm

There are a few ways to gradient an image in Figma. The first way is to use the Fill tool. With the fill tool selected, click on the image. Make sure to add a rectangle the same size as your image and put it on top before clicking the fill tool.

Place rectangle at the top to create a gradient image in Figma

In the color picker that appears, select the two colors that you want to use for the gradient. Then, click on the gradient type dropdown and select the type of gradient that you want to use. Finally, adjust the angle of the gradient using the slider.

Adjust the color and angle of your Figma gradient

The second way to gradient an image in Figma is to use the Pen tool. With the pen tool selected, click on the image. Draw in the area where you want to put your gradient. Then follow the same steps demonstrated above.

Use Figma pen tool to add gradient to image

The third way to gradient an image in Figma is to use the Line tool. With the line tool selected, click on the image. Then, draw the line in the area where you want to add a gradient effect. Next, adjust the stroke weight of your line and in the dropdown menu, select the type of gradient you want to use. Finally, pick your colors and adjust the angle of the gradient using the slider.

Add gradient to your image using Figma line tool

How Do You Gradient an Image in Figma?

There are a few ways to gradient an image in Figma.

The first way is to use the Fill tool. With the fill tool selected, click on the image. In the color picker that appears, select the two colors that you want to use for the gradient. Then, click on the gradient type dropdown and select the type of gradient that you want to use. Finally, adjust the angle of the gradient using the slider.

PRO TIP: Please be aware that there are a few things to consider before adding a gradient to an image in Figma. First and foremost, make sure that the image is high-resolution and that the colors you wish to use for the gradient are complementary. Secondly, it’s important to create a backup of the image before adding a gradient, as there is no undo button for this effect. Finally, make sure to save your work frequently, as Figma has been known to crash when working with gradients.

The second way to gradient an image in Figma is to use the Pen tool. With the pen tool selected, click on the image. In the color picker that appears, select the two colors that you want to use for the gradient. Then, click on the gradient type dropdown and select the same options as before.

The third way to gradient an image in Figma is to use the Line tool. With the line tool selected, click on the image. Then, draw the line in the area where you want to add a gradient effect. Next, adjust the stroke weight of your line and in the dropdown menu, select the type of gradient you want to use. Finally, pick your colors and adjust the angle of the gradient using the slider.

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