How to rename a Variable Mode in Figma

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A step by step guide on changing or updating a variable mode within a 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 collection of the top left of the variable window side bar. This opens a menu that allows you to change the selected collection.

Open the variables window and select the collection in which you wish to rename a variable mode.

Step Two: Rename the Mode

A screenshot of Figma showing that if you right click on a mode, a menu opens up that allows you to rename a mode by clicking "rename mode."

Right click on the mode that you wish to rename and click Rename mode.

Type in the name you wish to rename the mode to and press Enter.

A screenshot of Figma showing that we renamed the mode.

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 rename a Variable Mode in Figma

A step by step guide on changing or updating a variable mode within a collection in Figma.

Step One: Select the Collection

Step Two: Rename the Mode

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