Can I Change Figma Shortcuts?

Are you tired of using the default keyboard shortcuts in Figma? Do you wish you could customize them to better suit your workflow? Well, you're in luck! Figma allows you to change its shortcuts, giving you more control and efficiency when designing. In this article, we will explore how to change Figma shortcuts and make your design process even smoother.

Changing Figma Shortcuts

Figma provides a simple and intuitive way to modify its default keyboard shortcuts. To get started, follow these steps:

• Open Figma and click on the "Menu" button located at the top left corner of the interface.
• In the dropdown menu, select "Preferences".
• A new window will appear. Choose the "Keyboard Shortcuts" tab.

Now that you are in the Keyboard Shortcuts tab, you can see a list of all available actions along with their corresponding shortcuts. To change a shortcut:

1. Navigate through the list and find the action for which you want to modify the shortcut.
2. Click on the current shortcut next to the action name.
3. A text field will appear. Type your desired shortcut combination or press your preferred keys on your keyboard.

Note: Make sure that your new shortcut doesn't conflict with any existing ones. Figma will alert you if there is a conflict and ask for confirmation before applying changes.

Resetting Shortcuts

If at any point you want to revert back to Figma's default shortcuts, don't worry! There's an easy way to do it:

1. In the Keyboard Shortcuts tab, click on the "Reset to Defaults" button located at the bottom left corner.
2. A confirmation dialog box will appear, asking if you want to reset all shortcuts. Click "OK" to proceed.

And just like that, your shortcuts will be restored to their original configurations.

Exporting and Importing Shortcuts

Figma also allows you to export and import your shortcut settings. This is particularly useful if you work across multiple devices or want to share your custom shortcuts with others.

1. To export your current shortcut settings, click on the "Export" button located next to the "Reset to Defaults" button in the Keyboard Shortcuts tab.
2. Choose a location on your computer and save the exported file (usually with a .json extension).

To import shortcut settings:

1. Click on the "Import" button next to the "Export" button in the Keyboard Shortcuts tab.
2. Select the previously exported .json file from your computer.
3. Figma will apply the imported shortcuts immediately.

Now you can easily share or synchronize your customized Figma shortcuts across different devices or with colleagues!

Conclusion

Customizing Figma shortcuts can greatly enhance your design workflow by allowing you to work more efficiently. Whether it's changing existing shortcuts or exporting/importing them, Figma offers a flexible solution tailored to your needs. So go ahead, dive into Figma's preferences, and make those keyboard shortcuts work for you!