Polygon Tool
Draw custom polygons with any number of sides. Adjust corners and create star shapes.
Design
Shortcut: Shift+RBeginner5 min readQuick Reference
Polygon Tool
FigmaKeyboard Shortcut
Shift+Rkey
Toolbar Location
Figma toolbar
Best Used For
- ▸Refer to the tutorial content for specific use cases
- ▸Practice with sample projects to build experience
- ▸Combine with other tools for advanced workflows
Beginner-Friendly⏱ 15–30 minutes to master
Key Settings
Draw:ShiftSides:Corner radius:
The Polygon Tool creates multi-sided vector shapes. You can customize the number of sides and corner radius for creating hexagons, triangles, octagons, and custom polygons.
Where to Find It
Click and hold the Rectangle Tool (R) in the toolbar, then select Polygon from the dropdown.
How to Use
- Draw: Click and drag on the canvas. Hold Shift to constrain rotation.
- Sides: After drawing, adjust the number of sides in the Design panel.
- Corner radius: Drag the inner corner handle or adjust in the Design panel.
Pro Tips
- Set Star Ratio in the Design panel to convert polygons into star shapes.
- Use 6 sides for hexagon patterns, 3 for triangles, and 8 for octagonal UI elements.