Best Practice Guides
A collection of deep-dive guides to help you make the most of Figma.
Collaborating in FigJam
Learn how to collaborate in FigJam throughout the entire design process—from brainstorm to ship.
Branching in Figma
Branches are exploratory spaces that enable designers to safely try new ideas while preserving the main file. See our recommendations for when branching may (or may not!) be appropriate for your workflow.
Creating and organizing Variants
When to use variants, how to use them effectively, and tips for organizing your library.
Team, project, and file organization
A well-organized file structure can save time and make your team more efficient. Learn about some of our favorite organizational workflows, including tips on where to start.
Components, styles, and shared library best practices
Shared components and style libraries are the cornerstone to producing consistent designs with ease—this guide will help get you up and running.
Layout Grids in Figma
Learn all the ways to leverage the full power of layout grids, plus a few handy tips.
Guide to Developer Handoff: A collection of best practices from the experts
Learn from designers and developers at Dropbox, Expedia, and Cash App about how their teams approach the handoff process.
Component architecture in Figma
Learn techniques to maximize modularity within your components, and in some cases, reduce the number of components required.
Groups vs. Frames
Not sure when to use a group or a frame when designing in Figma? This guide will help you learn the ins and outs of when to effectively use one over the other.
Video: Migrating to Figma
Design teams from Workday, Dropbox, and Uber share their experiences, tips, and best practices for migrating to Figma.
Getting started with teams in Figma Organization
This guide will help you optimize your teams in Figma Organization to achieve greater control over visibility, file organization, and user permissions.
Typography systems in Figma
Create a solid foundation for typography in your design system using Figma functionality like text styles.
What to expect when moving from Sketch to Figma
Understand the similarities and differences between Sketch and Figma for a smoother transition.