Figma is a browser-based design tool that allows team members to collaborate and edit designs in real-time. Its features, such as cloud storage, no installation requirements, and cross-platform compatibility, make it an efficient design tool for designers, developers, and product managers. Figma optimizes the design workflow with shortcuts, saving time and effort.
Figma Windows Shortcuts
File and Edit Operations
Shortcut
Description
Ctrl + N
Create a new file
Ctrl + O
Open an existing file
Ctrl + S
Save the file
Ctrl + Shift + S
Save the file as a new version
Ctrl + Z
Undo the previous action
Ctrl + Shift + Z
Redo the previous action
Ctrl + C
Copy the selected object
Ctrl + X
Cut the selected object
Ctrl + V
Paste the copied or cut object
View and Navigation Operations
Shortcut
Description
Ctrl + +
Zoom in on the canvas
Ctrl + -
Zoom out of the canvas
Ctrl + 0
Fit the canvas to the window
Ctrl + 1
Display the canvas at 100%
Space + Left-click drag
Pan the canvas
Object Operations
Shortcut
Description
Ctrl + G
Group the selected objects into a set
Ctrl + Shift + G
Ungroup the selected objects
Ctrl + D
Repeat the last operation
Ctrl + Shift + D
Duplicate the selected objects and arrange them
Text and Style Operations
Shortcut
Description
Ctrl + B
Bold the selected text
Ctrl + I
Italicize the selected text
Ctrl + U
Underline the selected text
Ctrl + Shift + C
Copy the style of the selected object
Ctrl + Shift + V
Paste the copied style to the selected object
Figma MacOS Shortcuts
File and Edit Operations
Shortcut
Description
Cmd + N
Create a new file
Cmd + O
Open an existing file
Cmd + S
Save the file
Cmd + Shift + S
Save the file as a new version
Cmd + Z
Undo the previous action
Cmd + Shift + Z
Redo the previous action
Cmd + C
Copy the selected object
Cmd + X
Cut the selected object
Cmd + V
Paste the copied or cut object
View and Navigation Operations
Shortcut
Description
Cmd + +
Zoom in on the canvas
Cmd + -
Zoom out of the canvas
Cmd + 0
Fit the canvas to the window
Cmd + 1
Display the canvas at 100%
Space + Left-click drag
Pan the canvas
Object Operations
Shortcut
Description
Cmd + G
Group the selected objects into a set
Cmd + Shift + G
Ungroup the selected objects
Cmd + D
Repeat the last operation
Cmd + Shift + D
Duplicate the selected objects and arrange them
Text and Style Operations
Shortcut
Description
Cmd + B
Bold the selected text
Cmd + I
Italicize the selected text
Cmd + U
Underline the selected text
Cmd + Shift + C
Copy the style of the selected object
Cmd + Shift + V
Paste the copied style to the selected object
About Figma
Figma is a web-based design tool developed by Figma, Inc., focused on user interface design and collaboration. It supports real-time team collaboration and design project sharing. The core advantages of Figma lie in its cross-platform compatibility, powerful plugin support, and simple, efficient user interface. As a free design tool, Figma is suitable for design teams of all types and can be used on Web, Windows, and MacOS platforms.
Does Figma support custom shortcuts?
Figma does not currently support custom shortcuts, but users can make some adjustments through the operating system’s accessibility features.
Are Figma shortcuts similar to other design tools (like Photoshop)?
Yes, Figma’s shortcuts are quite similar to those of other design tools (like Photoshop and Sketch), particularly for graphic operations and text editing.
How can I switch between Windows and MacOS shortcuts in Figma?
Figma automatically displays the appropriate shortcuts based on the operating system. To switch, you can refer to Figma's help documentation for the system-specific shortcuts.
Can I use common image editing shortcuts in Figma?
Figma supports common image editing shortcuts, such as cut, copy, and paste, but there are some differences for advanced image editing features.
Summary
Mastering Figma’s shortcuts can significantly improve design efficiency by reducing time and steps for tasks. Whether you're a Windows or MacOS user, you can complete design tasks faster by utilizing these shortcuts. Understanding the different categories of Figma shortcuts and common questions will help you adapt to this design tool more effectively.
