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Figma Navigation and Checkbox Interaction SOP

Purpose

This SOP describes how to navigate to a Figma design file, modify text formatting properties, and reposition text elements within the canvas.

Scope

This procedure is intended for designers and team members who need to edit text properties and arrange elements in Figma design files. Follow this SOP when updating text formatting or repositioning design elements.

Prerequisites

  • Active Figma account with access to the design file

  • Edit permissions for the Figma file

  • Modern web browser (Chrome, Firefox, Safari, or Edge)

Procedure

  1. Navigate to Figma Design File

    Open the Figma design file

    Navigate to figma.com to access the design file. Ensure you are signed in with your Figma account credentials.

    Navigate to Figma Design File
  2. Select Text Element

    Click on the text element to select it

    Click on the text element you want to modify. The text will become selected, indicated by a blue bounding box with selection handles around it.

    Select Text Element
  3. Open Font Weight Dropdown

    Click the font weight dropdown in the Typography section

    In the right sidebar, locate the Typography section. Click on the font weight dropdown (currently showing the current weight such as "Black") to open the weight selection menu.

    Open Font Weight Dropdown
  4. Select and Reposition Text Element

    Drag the selected text element to a new position

    Click and drag the selected text element to reposition it on the canvas. The element will move as you drag, and the position coordinates will update in real-time in the right sidebar.

    Select and Reposition Text Element
  5. Select Multiple Text Elements

    Select multiple text elements for batch editing

    To select multiple text elements simultaneously, hold Shift and click on each element you want to include in the selection, or drag a selection box around multiple elements.

    Select Multiple Text Elements

Verification

Confirm the procedure was completed successfully by checking:

  1. The text element displays the updated font weight as selected from the dropdown.

  2. The repositioned element is located at the intended coordinates on the canvas.

  3. Multiple selected elements show the selection count in the right sidebar.

  4. Changes are automatically saved to the Figma file (indicated by the save status in the top toolbar).

Conclusion

You have successfully navigated to the Figma design file, modified text formatting properties, and repositioned text elements on the canvas. Your changes are automatically saved and available to all collaborators with access to the file.

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