Mastering Figma SVG Export Settings: A Comprehensive Guide

Welcome to this comprehensive guide¹, where we will delve into the world of Figma SVG export settings². This blog post will arm you with the knowledge to efficiently export your work from Figma in SVG format, ensuring you get the best results every time.

SVG Export in Figma: An Overview

Before we get into the nuts and bolts of Figma SVG export settings, it's crucial to understand why SVGs are essential. The Scalable Vector Graphics (SVG) format is ideal for web design because it maintains the quality of your graphics at any size – it's in the name, scalable.

Figma, a popular design tool, has an intuitive and easy-to-use interface for exporting graphics in SVG format. The export process is as simple as navigating to the "Export" section in the inspector panel, selecting the "SVG" option in the dropdown, and clicking the "Export" button³.

Understanding Figma's SVG Export Settings

Let's now explore the specifics of Figma's SVG export settings. According to our research⁴, here are the main factors you need to consider:

1. Presets: The SVG Export plugin window in Figma allows you to edit presets or create a new one⁵. This feature lets you customize the settings based on your project's requirements.
2. Export Configurations: You can bulk export all selections with export configurations⁶. This feature significantly speeds up the export process when dealing with multiple elements.
3. Avoiding SVG Clipping: Be mindful of your frame settings when exporting, as an SVG might clip the shadow depending on these settings⁷.
4. Outline Text: To avoid exporting text in SVG as paths, you need to uncheck "Outline text" in export settings⁸. This ensures that your text remains editable and accessible.

Common Issues and Solutions

Sometimes, exporting SVGs from Figma can come with its own set of challenges. Here are some common issues and how you can troubleshoot them:

1. SVG Export Glitch: If the SVG doesn't look as expected upon export, it's possible that the SVG export settings have been altered inadvertently⁹. Always double-check your settings before exporting.
2. SVG Ignoring Paths in Chrome: If the SVG appears to be ignoring paths in Chrome, it might be due to the browser rather than Figma¹⁰. In such cases, try opening the SVG in a different browser to confirm if the issue persists.

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Footnotes

1. Figma Handbook ↩

2. Export from Figma ↩

3. Export SVG Files and Code - Figma Handbook ↩

4. Control variant export naming ↩

5. SVG Export | Figma Community ↩

6. Export from Figma – Figma Learn ↩

7. Exporting SVG - Ask the community ↩

8. Optimizing SVG Exported from Figma ↩

9. Figma SVG export glitch ↩

10. Figma SVG export ignoring paths in Chrome ↩

11. Text To Design Figma Plugin ↩