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How to use Figma's color management tools?

Explore handy tips for mastering Figma's color tools, making the most of color styles and ensuring top-notch consistency in your designs. Enhance your workflow and boost collaboration.

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Overview

Figma's color management tools are a must-have for keeping designs consistent and visuals seamless. These tools give you control to set up and manage color styles, which can be used across different project elements. Knowing how to use Figma’s color picker, palettes, and shared styles simplifies your workflow, keeps colors in sync, and boosts teamwork. Exploring these features lets you tap into Figma's full potential, making your design process smoother and outcomes look polished.

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How to use Figma's color management tools?

Access the Color Picker

Step 1: Pick the object or text you want to change the color of.

Step 2: On the right sidebar, find the Fill or Stroke section, depending on what you want to tweak.

Step 3: Click the color swatch next to Fill or Stroke to open up the color picker.

Use the Color Wheel

Step 1: In the color picker, use the color wheel to choose your basic color. Drag the selector around the wheel to change hues.

Step 2: Adjust saturation and brightness by dragging within the hue square next to the color wheel.

Enter Hex, RGB, or HSL Values

Step 1: In the color picker, find the input fields for Hex, RGB, or HSL values.

Step 2: Enter the Hex code or RGB values for the exact color you want.

Step 3: Press Enter to apply the color right away.

Create Color Styles

Step 1: With the color picker open, click the four-dot icon to create a new color style.

Step 2: Click the "+" button to add a new color style.

Step 3: Name your new color style and click Create Style to save it for later.

Apply Color Styles

Step 1: Select the object or text you want to apply the saved color style to.

Step 2: In the Fill or Stroke section, click the four-dot icon to open the color styles.

Step 3: Choose the color style you want from the list to apply it.

Edit Color Styles

Step 1: Select an object that already uses the color style you want to edit.

Step 2: In the right sidebar, click the Edit Style link next to the color swatch.

Step 3: Make your adjustments in the color picker. Click Update Style to save changes.

Use Gradient Colors

Step 1: In the color picker, click on Linear, Radial, Angular, or Diamond Gradient at the top.

Step 2: Drag the gradient stops below the gradient bar to adjust the gradient’s position and color.

Step 3: Click on individual stops to change their color using the color wheel or Hex/RGB values.

Use Color Libraries

Step 1: In the top menu, go to Assets.

Step 2: Click the Team Library icon to open shared color libraries.

Step 3: Toggle on the libraries you want to use for easy access to pre-defined colors and styles.

Enable Color Blindness Simulation

Step 1: In the top menu, go to View.

Step 2: Select Accessibility from the dropdown menu.

Step 3: Choose Protanopia, Deuteranopia, or Tritanopia to see how your design looks to people with different types of color blindness.

By following these steps, you can manage colors in Figma and make sure your designs are consistent, accessible, and visually appealing.

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