How to add shapes to a Frame in Figma

A step by step guide on adding rectangles, lines, arrows, ellipses, polygons and stars to a frame in Figma.

Oscar de la Hera Gomez
Written by Oscar de la Hera Gomez
First published on 07/13/2023 at 16:14
Last Updated on 07/18/2023 at 11:09
A flower that represents Figma with the text “Add Shapes to a Frame” beneath it.

A step by step guide on adding rectangles, lines, arrows, ellipses, polygons and stars to a frame in Figma.

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Step One: Select the Shape

A screenshot of Figma that shows you how to select the shape that you wish to add. The options include Rectangle, Line, Arrow, Ellipse, Polygon and Star.

Click the caret next to the square on the top bar to open the shapes dropdown menu.

The options include Rectangle, Line, Arrow, Ellipse, Polygon and Star.

Select the option that you are looking for.

Step Two: Draw the Shape

A screenshot of Figma that shows you a rectangle within a frame.

Click and drag to create the shape.

Step Three: Resize

A screenshot of Figma that shows you how to resize the shapes dimensions. Highlighted are the handles found on the corners of the rectangle as well as the dimensions inspector on the right side bar.

Using the shapes handles or the inspector on the right side bar, change the dimensions of the shape.

Looking to learn more about the basics behind text, shapes and media in Figma ?

Consult the list below to learn more about the basics behind text, shapes and media in Figma.

How to add text to a Frame in FigmaHow to resize a Text Frame in FigmaHow to add shapes to a Frame in FigmaHow to use the Pen tool in FigmaHow to add images to a Frame in FigmaHow to use a mask in FigmaHow to crop an image in FigmaSearch blog for all Figma tutorials

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