Tools shortcuts
- V (Move tool): It’s like having a virtual hand to move any element around on Figma Canvas.
- F (Frame tool):You can use this tool to create frames for web pages, mobile apps, or any other type of interface you’re designing.
- P (Pen tool): This tool is perfect for creating custom illustrations or complex design elements.
- Shift + P (Pencil tool): This tool is similar to the Pen Tool, but it creates a smoother, less-defined line. Best for sketching out ideas or creating organic shapes.
- T (Text tool): This text tool lets you add text elements to your designs. You can change the font, size, color, and alignment.
- R (Rectangle tool): This tool is used to draw perfect rectangles of any size and color.
- O (Ellipse tool): This tool helps you create perfect ellipses with just a few clicks.
- L (Line tool): This tool helps you draw straight lines of any length and angle.
- Shift + L (Arrow tool): This tool helps you create flowcharts or diagrams by letting you add arrowheads to your lines.
- C (Add / show comments): Collaboration is key! This tool helps to add comments directly to your design, allowing you to discuss specific areas with your teammates.
- I (Pick color from elsewhere): This tool helps you pick a color from anywhere on your screen, even from an image you have opened.
Mastering Figma Shortcuts
In this article, we will explore various Figma shortcuts that UI/UX designers use to create designs on Figma. Before diving into the shortcuts, let’s first discuss what Figma is, how it helps designers, and what a shortcut is. So, let’s get started with the discussion.
Figma Shortcuts
Table of Content
- What is Figma?
- What Does a Shortcut Mean?
- Essential shortcuts
- Tools shortcuts
- Edit Shortcuts
- Text Shortcuts
- Conclusion