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10 Figma Tricks I Wish I Knew Earlier

Figma hacks you might not have heard of.

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Teal Flower

I’m consistently impressed by all the useful features Figma has baked into their app. What used to be a workaround in Sketch is now a thought out feature in Figma — a breath of fresh air.

I frequently stumble upon time-saving features that I wish I knew about sooner — hopefully, some of these are as exciting for you as they were for me when I discovered them.

1. The easiest progress ring you’ve ever made in your life

Tutorial: https://youtu.be/g4jIVFNMBpg

Maybe it’s just me, but I had no idea about the arc tool until I randomly dragged it one day and had my mind blown. It makes for some really simple and beautiful progress rings.

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Christina, a self-taught graphic designer and prolific blogger, focuses on how good design can lead to business success. With a keen eye for user experience and brand identity, Christina's writings offer practical insights and inspiration for both up-and-coming and established designers. Their approachable, hands-on advice has helped countless individuals transform their ideas into tangible, beautiful realities.

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