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1. Handle Images in Figma

  • Crop in Figma:

    • Select the Image: Click on the image layer in the Layers panel.

    • Use the Crop Tool:

      • Select the Crop tool from the toolbar.

      • Drag the handles of the cropping box to adjust the image's visible area.

      • Crop to the desired dimensions.

  • Mask the Image:

    • Create a Rectangle: Draw a rectangle on top of the image, covering the area you want to display.

    • Mask the Image: Select both the image and the rectangle. Right-click and choose "Create Mask." This will hide the parts of the image outside the rectangle.

2. Adjust Frame Size (If Necessary)

  • If the image extends significantly beyond the intended display area, you might consider adjusting the frame size itself in Figma to match the desired cropping.

3. Determine Spacing, Padding, and Margin

  • Use Guides: Create horizontal and vertical guides in Figma to define the edges of your content area. This will help you accurately measure and maintain consistent spacing.

  • Use Constraints: Utilize Figma's constraints to lock the image's position within the frame, ensuring it doesn't shift during resizing or exporting.

  • Inspect Mode: Figma's Inspect mode provides precise measurements for distances, colors, and other design properties. Use this to accurately determine spacing values for your CSS.

4. Exporting for Development

  • Export as PNG/JPG: Export the images in the desired format (PNG for transparency, JPG for smaller file sizes).

  • Slice the Image: If you need specific parts of the image for different elements, use Figma's slicing feature to export them individually.

5. CSS Implementation

  • Use object-fit and object-position: These CSS properties allow you to control how the image is displayed within its container:

    • object-fit: Controls how the image scales to fit its container (cover, contain, fill, scale-down, none).

    • object-position: Controls the position of the image within its container (e.g., center, top left, 50% 50%).

Example CSS


.image-container {

  width: 300px; /* Adjust to your desired width */

  height: 200px; /* Adjust to your desired height */

}



.image {

  width: 100%; /* Make the image fill the container width */

  height: auto; /* Maintain aspect ratio */

  object-fit: cover; /* Crop the image to fill the container */

  object-position: center; /* Center the cropped image */

}

Tips

  • Design for Responsiveness: Consider how the image will look on different screen sizes and adjust your cropping and CSS accordingly.

  • Optimize Images: Use image optimization tools to reduce file sizes without sacrificing quality.

  • Use a Version Control System: Track changes to your Figma file and your CSS code using a system like Git to easily revert to previous versions if needed.

By following these steps, you can effectively handle images that extend beyond their frames in Figma and create clean, well-structured HTML and CSS.

Figma Hygiene Meaning​

Figma hygiene refers to the practices and standards used to maintain clean, organized, and efficient Figma files. This includes creating well-structured files, using consistent naming conventions, and keeping the design system up-to-date. Good Figma hygiene ensures that files are easy to navigate and collaborate on, reducing confusion and improving productivity for all team members. It involves organizing components, maintaining a clear version history, and regularly cleaning up unused elements to keep the design files lean and functional.