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How Do You Make a Handoff Figma File?

Last updated on September 28, 2022 @ 10:48 pm

When you’re ready to hand off your Figma design file to another team or individual, there are a few things you need to do first:

PRO TIP: If you are planning to make a handoff Figma file, be aware that there are a few potential risks involved. First and foremost, when you export your design as a PDF, there is always the potential for the file to become corrupted. Additionally, if you are not careful when setting up your handoff, it is possible to accidentally include personal information or sensitive data in the file. Finally, be sure to test your handoff file before sharing it with anyone, as there is always the potential for errors or omissions.

1. Make sure all your layers are well-organized. This will help the person you’re handing off to understand your design and make any necessary changes more easily. You can create folders to group related layers together, and use the Rename tool to label everything clearly.

2. Include comments and annotations. Use the Comment tool to leave notes for the person you’re handing off to, explaining anything they need to know about your design. You can also add annotations directly to specific layers.

3. Create a style guide. This step is optional, but if you want to make sure your design is consistent, it’s a good idea to create a style guide with all the colors, fonts, and other elements that should be used in your design. This will make it easy for the person you’re handing off to apply your style consistently.

4. Save your file as a .fig file type so it can be opened in Figma. You can do this by going to File > Save As.. and selecting .fig from the dropdown menu.

Conclusion:

Making a handoff Figma file is simple! Just make sure all your layers are well-organized and include comments and annotations. If you want to ensure consistency, create a style guide with all the colors, fonts, and other elements that should be used in your design.

Kathy McFarland

Kathy McFarland

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