Figma for UIUX Master Web Design in Figma - Effects in Figma: Blur, Shadows, and More

The video tutorial covers the use of effects in Figma, focusing on drop shadows, background blur, and layer blur to enhance design readability. It emphasizes the importance of subtlety and advises against overusing effects, providing practical tips for effective design. The tutorial also highlights the differences between background and layer blur, and offers guidance on customizing drop shadows for better visual impact.

What is the primary purpose of using shadows and blurs in Figma?

• To make the design more colorful

• To make the design look 3D

• To add more layers to the design

• To improve readability and contrast

When applying background blur to a button, what should you be cautious about?

• Using too many colors

• Making the text unreadable

• Overusing the effect

• Changing the button shape

In modern web design, how should drop shadows be used?

• With large offsets

• With bright colors

• With subtlety and low values

• With high opacity

What is a potential downside of using high opacity for drop shadows?

• It can make the design look flat

• It can make the design look outdated

• It can make the design too bright

• It can make the design too dark

What is the difference between layer blur and background blur?

• Layer blur affects the applied layer, background blur affects layers behind

• Layer blur is for images, background blur is for text

• Layer blur affects the entire design, background blur affects only text

• Layer blur is more intense than background blur

What should you do if blurring the background does not improve text readability?

• Add more effects

• Use a different font

• Change the image

• Increase the blur intensity

Why is it recommended to use effects sparingly in design?

• To save time

• To make the design more colorful

• To maintain design simplicity and clarity

• To reduce file size