How to create a new Variables Mode in Figma

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A step by step guide on creating a new variables mode in a variables collection in Figma.

Please note this feature is only available on education, professional or organization Figma accounts.

Step One: Select the Collection

A screenshot of Figma showing the variables window open. We have clicked the name of the active collection on the top right which has opened a menu that allows you to switch to a different collection variables.

Open the variables window and select the collection that you wish to add a new mode to.

Step Two: Create a new Mode

A screenshot of Figma with the variable window open. We have highlighted the + button on the top right of the window. Click it to create a new mode.

Click the + button.

This will create a new mode and will duplicate and assign the variables to the right of the mode.

Make changes to the new variables to complete the creation of the mode.

Please note you can create up to 4 modes per collection on a professional account, 40 on an enterprise account.

A screenshot of Figma showing that the new mode has been created and that we have updated the variables.

Looking to learn more about things you can do with Variables or Figma ?

We recommend you check out our Figma Variables Guide or search our blog to find educational content on learning how to use Figma.

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How to create a new Variables Mode in Figma

A step by step guide on creating a new variables mode in a variables collection in Figma.

Step One: Select the Collection

Step Two: Create a new Mode

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