Using Figma for your project is almost necessary if you are a web designer or developer. Figma, a cloud-based design tool, provides exceptional capabilities and features for those passionate about design. In this tutorial, we will be covering a basic yet essential task in Figma – making an ‘X’ shape. Let’s begin!
Step 1: Open Figma
Firstly, we need to open Figma. You can do this by going to the Figma website and logging into your account. If you don’t have an account, you can easily create one. Once you’re in, create a new file or open an existing one where you’d like to create your ‘X’.
Step 2: Select the Line Tool
In the top left corner of your screen, you’ll find the toolbox. In it, you’ll see a tool that looks like a diagonal line. This is the Line tool. Click on it.
Step 3: Draw the First Line
Click and drag your cursor across your workspace to draw a diagonal line. Holding down Shift while drawing will ensure that your line is perfectly diagonal.
Step 4: Duplicate the Line
With the line selected, duplicate it by pressing the Ctrl + D keys on your keyboard for Windows, or Command + D for Mac users.
Step 5: Rotate the Duplicate
Now, we need to rotate the duplicate line to form the ‘X’ shape. Click on the duplicate line to select it. In your properties panel, you’ll see a rotation field. Set it to 90 degrees.
Step 6: Align the Two Lines
Finally, move the rotated line to meet the other line in the middle. Both ends should overlap, forming an ‘X’. If they are not perfectly aligned, you can select both lines, and use the alignment tools to align them to the center.
// Selecting both lines figma.currentPage.selection = [line1, line2]; // Aligning to the center figma.command = "align-vertical-centers"; figma.command = "align-horizontal-centers";
And voila! You have successfully created an ‘X’ in Figma. Now, you can adjust the thickness, color, or any other properties to suit your design needs.
Learning these simple steps can significantly speed up your design process and help you utilize Figma to its fullest potential. So, keep practicing and exploring to master the art of Figma design.
