How to use Figma: Free Course

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Before starting, there’s a few steps you will need to take in order to get started using Figma, so let’s begin with the basics:

Creating an Account

1. Sign Up: Visit Figma’s website and sign up for a free account.
2. Choose a Plan: Figma offers a free plan with basic features and paid plans for more advanced needs. Select the one that suits you best.

Setting Up Your First Project

1. Create a New File: Once logged in, click on the “New File” button on the dashboard.
2. Understanding the Interface:

• Toolbar: Located at the top, it contains tools like Move, Frame, and various shape tools.
• Layers Panel: Found on the left, it displays all the elements in your design.
• Properties Panel: On the right, this panel shows the properties of the selected element.

Designing in Figma

Using Frames and Artboards

Frames in Figma are similar to artboards in other design tools. They help you organize your design by grouping related elements.

1. Creating Frames: Select the Frame tool (F) from the toolbar and draw a frame on the canvas. You can also choose from preset device sizes in the properties panel.
2. Resizing Frames: Click and drag the edges or corners to resize. Hold Shift to maintain aspect ratio.

Adding Shapes and Text

1. Shapes: Use the shape tools (rectangle, circle, line, etc.) from the toolbar. Click and drag on the canvas to create shapes.
2. Text: Select the Text tool (T), click on the canvas, and start typing. Use the properties panel to adjust font, size, color, and other text properties.