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How Do You Repeat a Pattern in Figma?

Last updated on September 28, 2022 @ 10:54 pm

Figma is a vector graphic design tool that is primarily used by interface designers and user experience professionals. One of its key features is the ability to easily repeat patterns. In this article, we’ll show you how to repeat a pattern in Figma.

To repeat a pattern in Figma, first select the object or group of objects that you want to repeat. Then, click on the “Repeat” button in the toolbar at the top of the screen.

A dialogue box will appear asking you how many times you want to repeat the pattern. Enter the number of times you want to repeat the pattern and click “OK”.

PRO TIP: If you are working on a design in Figma and need to repeat a pattern, be aware that there is no built-in way to do this. You will need to create your own repeating pattern using the software’s design tools. This can be time-consuming and may not produce the exact results you were hoping for.

You can also specify the direction in which you want to repeat the pattern. To do this, click on the “Repeat” button in the toolbar and then click on the “Direction” button in the dialogue box that appears.

A drop-down menu will appear with the options “Horizontal”, “Vertical”, and “Diagonal”. Select the option that best suits your needs and click “OK”.

Once you’ve specified how many times you want to repeat the pattern and in which direction, Figma will automatically create copies of your selected object or group of objects. You can then move these copies around to create your desired effect.

Conclusion:

Repeating patterns in Figma is a quick and easy way to create complex designs without having to start from scratch. By selecting an object or group of objects and clicking on the “Repeat” button, you can specify how many times you want to repeat the pattern and in which direction. Figma will then automatically create copies of your selected object or group of objects, which you can then move around to create your desired effect.

Dale Leydon

Dale Leydon

Sysadmin turned Javascript developer. Owner of 20+ apps graveyard, and a couple of successful ones.