Auto Layout in Figma is a powerful tool for creating responsive layouts that automatically adjust to content. In this guide, we will show how you can use Auto Layout to optimize your projects, save time and improve visual consistency.

What is auto layout?

The Auto Layout allows elements within a frame to grow, expand or reorganize automatically as you edit the content. It is ideal for creating buttons, lists, complete interfaces and much more.

Examples of use:

• Create buttons that fit the text size.
• Build lists that adapt when items are added or removed.
• Combine Auto Layout frames to create complex interfaces.

How to add auto layout

You can apply Auto Layout to any frame or selection of objects, including empty frames, frames with existing content, components, and sets of components.

Methods to add auto layout:

• Atalho: Shift + A
• Direct panel: Click the icon next to “Auto Layout”.
• Context menu: Click the right button on a frame or object and select “Add auto layout”.

After applying, the stored objects will be automatically configured for uniform spacing, container pre-packing and centralized alignment.

Auto layout suggestion

The “Suggest auto layout” function allows you to transform a design into a responsive one with just one click. Figma identifies which objects in a frame must be organized automatically, creating Auto Layout frames as necessary.

How to use:

• Atalho Mac: Control + Shift + A
• Atalho Windows: Control + Alt + Shift + A
• Context menu: More layout options > Suggest auto layout

This function is excellent for moderately complex designs, such as cards, navigation bars, and moving fabrics.

Adding auto layout frames

You can add Auto Layout frames within other frames, allowing combinations of horizontal and vertical layouts for complex interfaces.

Example:

• Button: horizontal layout that grows or pastes according to the text.
• Button line: horizontal layout that responds to changes in our items.
• Post: vertical layout that organizes description, image and user profile.
• Time line: vertical layout of multiple posts.

Auto Layout is an indispensable tool for any designer who wants to create responsive and efficient interfaces in Figma. With just a few clicks, you organize elements, automatize spaces and guarantee consistency in your projects.

See the full tutorial: Figma tutorial: Auto layout button

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