The Fundamentals of Figma - A Guide for complete Beginners

Name: The Fundamentals of Figma - A Guide for complete Beginners
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Learn how to use Figma to start creating your very own UI/UX & Web Design Projects.

Created byKai Pruin

Last updated 11/2022

English

What you'll learn

You will be able to use Figma confidently.
You will know all the important Fundamentals of Figma.
You will know how to work with Shapes and Text.
You will learn how to work with Colors and Gradients.
You will be able to work with Images and Masks.
You will know how to create interactive Prototypes.

Course content

4 sections • 19 lectures • 56m total length

Introduction0:45
Excercise Files0:03

Creating a new Document1:26
In this Lecture we're going to take a quick look at the Main Menu of Figma and create a new Design File.
The User Interface explained1:51
In this Lecture we're going to take a look at Figmas User Interface.
Setting up new Frames1:29
In this Lecture we're going to learn how to create & rename Frames in Figma.
Navigating the Canvas2:06
In this Lecture we're going to learn how to navigate our Canvas easily.
Working with Basic Shapes6:12
In this Lecture we're going over the different Shape Tools.
Mastering the Pen Tool2:45
In this Lecture you're going to learn how to use the Pen Tool.
Working with Colors9:45
In this Lecture we're going to talk about Color, Gradients and Color Styles.
Working with Text4:05
In this Lecture we're learning how to work with Text within Figma.
The Layers Panel2:03
In this Lecture we're going to take a look at the Layers Panel.
Working with Images4:00
In this Lecture we're going to learn how to work with Images in Figma.
Align Objects using the Alignment Options2:18
In this Lecture we're going over the different Alignment Options.

Creating Masks2:01
In this Lecture we're going to learn how to create Layer Masks in Figma.
Creating & Working with Components4:21
In this Lecture we're going to learn how to create & use Components.
Creating Grids & Columns3:52
In this Lecture we're going to look at Grids & Columns.
Working with Plugins3:58
In this Lecture we're going to work with Plugins.
The Basics of Prototyping3:36
In this Lecture we're taking a quick look at some Basic Prototyping.

Requirements

No experience needed
A Figma Account
A working PC or MAC

Description

Learn the popular UI/UX and Web Design Tool Figma!

Do you want to learn the popular Design Tool Figma? Then you're at the right place.

In this Course I'm going to teach you all the Fundamentals you need to start working on your very own Design Projects in Figma.

This is what we will cover!

You're going to learn everything piece by piece. Starting with the creation of simple Shapes, we quickly move on to more complex topics such as the usage of the Pen Tool.

We're going to be working extensively with Colors and all sorts of Gradients. You will also learn how to make changes quickly by uisng Global Color Styles.

You will learn how to work with Text and the different Alignment Options.

Later on, we'll be working with Images and Masks as well.

Of course we will also take a look at creating interactive prototypes of our designs.

The Course for complete Beginners

This Course was made for complete beginners in mind, so there is no prior knowledge required!

While watching the individual Lessons you will be working alongside me using the Excercise Files provided to you.

All you need to get started is a PC or MAC and a working internet connection.

Who this course is for:

Complete Beginners who want to learn Figma.
Anyone wanting to learn more about Figma.

The Fundamentals of Figma - A Guide for complete Beginners

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Course content

Introduction2 lectures • 1min

Mastering the Basics11 lectures • 38min

Advanced Features5 lectures • 18min

Conclusion1 lecture • 1min

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