How Do I Cut an Image in Figma?

How Do I Cut an Image in Figma?

Are you looking to cut an image in Figma? Look no further, as we have a simple step-by-step guide to help you achieve this. With Figma's powerful design tools, you can easily crop and trim images to fit your project's needs.

Step 1: Open Figma

If you haven't already, open Figma and create a new or open an existing project where you want to cut an image.

Step 2: Insert the Image

To insert the image you want to cut, go to the toolbar at the top of the screen and click on "Insert." From there, choose "Image" and select the desired image from your computer.

Step 3: Select the Image

Once your image is inserted, click on it to select it. You'll see a bounding box around the image indicating that it is selected.

Step 4: Crop the Image

To crop the image, look for the cropping tool in the toolbar on top of your screen. It usually looks like a square with diagonal lines. Click on it.

With the cropping tool selected, click and drag on any corner or edge of the bounding box around your image. This action will resize and crop your image according to your desired dimensions.

Tips:

  • Bold: Hold down Shift while dragging to maintain aspect ratio.
  • Bold: Hold down Alt (Option key for Mac) while dragging to crop from center outward.

Step 5: Apply Changes

Once you are satisfied with how your image is cropped, click outside the bounding box or press Enter on your keyboard to apply the changes.

Step 6: Save Your Work

Remember to save your work regularly to avoid losing any progress. To save, go to the top left corner of your screen and click on "File" and then "Save" or use the keyboard shortcut Ctrl+S (Command+S for Mac).

That's it! You have successfully cut an image in Figma. Feel free to experiment with different cropping techniques to achieve the desired effect. Happy designing!