Typography in Figma

Key Concepts

1. Font Selection
2. Text Styling

1. Font Selection

Font selection is a critical aspect of typography in Figma. Choosing the right font can significantly impact the readability and aesthetic appeal of your design. Figma offers a wide range of fonts, including system fonts and custom fonts that you can import. When selecting a font, consider factors such as the purpose of your design, the target audience, and the overall theme.

Think of font selection as choosing the right tool for a job. Just as a carpenter selects the appropriate tool for building a piece of furniture, a designer selects the appropriate font to convey the intended message. For example, a modern sans-serif font might be ideal for a tech startup's website, while a classic serif font could be better suited for a law firm's brochure.

2. Text Styling

Text styling involves adjusting various properties of text to enhance its appearance and readability. In Figma, you can style text by changing attributes such as font size, line height, letter spacing, and text color. Proper text styling ensures that your design is not only visually appealing but also easy to read.

Imagine text styling as dressing up a character in a story. Just as you would choose the right outfit to make a character stand out, you choose the right text styling to make your design elements pop. For instance, increasing the line height can make text easier to read, much like giving a character more space to breathe in a scene.

Example: Designing a Headline

Let’s design a headline for a website using Figma. Start by selecting a bold, sans-serif font like "Helvetica" for a modern look. Set the font size to 48px to make the headline prominent. Adjust the line height to 1.2 to ensure readability. Finally, choose a contrasting text color, such as a deep blue, to make the headline stand out against the background. This combination of font selection and text styling will create a headline that is both visually striking and easy to read.