Prototype Tab
Connect frames to create interactive flows with transitions, animations, and overlay navigation.
Prototyping
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Prototype Tab
FigmaKeyboard Shortcut
N/A
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
Intermediate⏱ 30–60 minutes to master
Key Settings
Create connection:Trigger:Animation:Preview:
The Prototype Tab in the right sidebar lets you connect frames to create interactive flows. You can define triggers, transitions, and animations to simulate real app behavior.
Where to Find It
Select a layer or frame, then click the Prototype tab at the top of the right sidebar (next to Design tab).
How to Use
- Create connection: Click the circle (⚪) on the right edge of a selected layer and drag to the destination frame.
- Trigger: Choose the interaction trigger — On Click, On Drag, While Hovering, etc.
- Animation: Select a transition like Instant, Dissolve, Smart Animate, or Move In/Move Out.
- Preview: Click the Play button in the top-right corner to preview your prototype.
Pro Tips
- Use Smart Animate when both frames share similarly named layers for smooth, automatic animations.
- Add Overlay connections for modals, menus, and tooltips that appear on top of the current screen.