How Do I Export From Figma?

Figma is a powerful design tool that allows you to create, collaborate, and export your designs seamlessly. Whether you're a designer or a developer, knowing how to export your designs from Figma is essential. In this tutorial, we'll explore the various methods you can use to export your designs and assets from Figma.

Exporting a Single Frame or Artboard

If you want to export a single frame or artboard from your Figma project, follow these steps:

1. Open your Figma project and select the frame or artboard you want to export.
2. Click on the "Export" button in the top-right corner of the Figma interface.
3. A new panel will appear on the right side of the screen. Here, you can specify the format (PNG, JPEG, SVG) and size of your exported file.
4. Click on the "Export" button to save your file to your computer.

Exporting Multiple Frames or Artboards

If you have multiple frames or artboards that you want to export simultaneously, Figma offers a convenient way to do so:

1. Select all the frames or artboards you want to export by holding down the Shift key and clicking on each one.
2. Once you've selected all the desired frames or artboards, click on the "Export" button in the top-right corner of the Figma interface.
3. In the export panel that appears on the right side of the screen, choose your desired format and size for all selected frames or artboards.
4. Click on the "Export" button to save all selected files to your computer simultaneously.

Exporting Assets

Figma also allows you to export individual assets, such as icons or images, directly from your designs:

1. Select the specific element or asset you want to export.
2. Right-click on the selected element and choose "Export Selection" from the context menu.
3. In the export panel that appears on the right side of the screen, select your desired format and size for the asset.
4. Click on the "Export" button to save the asset to your computer.

Exporting Styles and Components

If you have defined styles or components in your Figma project that you want to export for use in other projects, Figma makes it easy:

1. Open your Figma project and go to the "Assets" panel.
2. Select either the styles or components tab, depending on what you want to export.
3. Hover over the style or component you want to export and click on the three-dot icon that appears.
4. Choose "Copy as CSS" if you want to copy the CSS code for a style, or choose "Copy as Component" if you want to copy a component's code snippet.

In conclusion,

Figma provides a range of options for exporting your designs and assets. Whether you need to export single frames, multiple artboards, individual assets, or reusable styles and components, Figma has got you covered. By following these simple steps, you can easily export your designs from Figma and use them in other tools or projects with ease!