Designing in Figma
Get the most out of Figma.
Designing in Figma launched on September 21, 2020 with 12 votes, #1,011 of 3,898 launches that month and more than 50% of that year's launches. The site was still online in September 2026, 6 years on.
What it does
This book is a practical guide to Figma, showing how to create layouts that will evolve over time, build design systems at scale, and stay organized and efficient in the process. Every topic is thoroughly researched and explained in-depth.
Get the most out of Figma. Create future-proof layouts and design systems at scale.
A few years ago, I decided to switch to Figma. Learning by poking around is limiting and inefficient , so I looked for a short guide to quickly get at least as efficient as I was before. I found nothing but a few long video courses, which are not my preferred format. Instead, I began reading everything I could find on Figma and, well, poking around and experimenting. In 2019, I started a regular newsletter so I can share things I learned about Figma. That research became a foundation for this book, as I recorded and organized the best tips and recommendations. Even if you’ve been using the app for a while, chances are you’ll learn a few things and save time in the future. Look at the Table…from figmabook.com
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