Introduction to Design Tools

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What is the purpose of design tools in UI/UX design?

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Design tools help visualize ideas quickly, communicate clearly with teams, and test and improve designs before coding begins.

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What is Figma?

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Figma is a free, browser-based design tool that allows users to design, prototype, and collaborate in real time.

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Why does Figma stand out among design tools?

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Figma requires no downloads, supports real-time collaboration, is great for wireframes and prototypes, and is used by teams at major companies like Google and Uber.

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What are the four main zones in the Figma Editor?

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1. Toolbar (Top): Contains essential tools like frames, shapes, and text. 2. Canvas (Middle): The space where designs are created. 3. Layers Panel (Left): Displays all elements organized by frames. 4. Properties Panel (Right): Allows adjustments to color, size, fonts, and layout.

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What is the importance of naming layers in Figma?

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Naming layers helps keep designs organized and makes it easier to edit later.

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What are the key properties you can control in the Properties Panel?

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You can control size, position, colors, text styling, and alignment of layers.

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What is Prototype Mode in Figma?

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Prototype Mode allows users to create interactive flows and simulate user interactions within their designs.

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What are some advanced prototyping features in Figma?

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Advanced features include interaction types (like hover and drag), branching scenarios for multiple paths, and animations for smooth transitions.

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What is the function of the Layers Panel in Figma?

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The Layers Panel provides a bird's-eye view of all elements on the canvas, allowing for organization, renaming, reordering, and managing layers.

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What should you do before starting a design in Figma?

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Rename your design file to something meaningful to stay organized.