To create a design project in Figma, log in to your account and click the “+ New File” button on your dashboard. You can start with a blank canvas or choose from various templates available in Figma. Organize your project by creating frames, which function like artboards, to structure your design elements. You can create multiple frames within a file to represent different screens or sections of your design. Use layers to manage and group elements within each frame, and take advantage of Figma’s components feature to create reusable design elements, ensuring consistency across your project.

Figma is designed for real-time collaboration, allowing multiple users to work on the same design simultaneously. To invite collaborators, open your Figma file and click the “Share” button in the top-right corner. Enter the email addresses of your collaborators and set their access level (e.g., Viewer, Editor). Once shared, team members can view, comment, or edit the design based on their permissions. You can see other collaborators’ cursors in real-time as they make changes. Use the “Comments” feature to leave feedback, discuss design decisions, and tag team members for specific tasks or revisions.

Figma’s prototyping tools allow you to create interactive mockups directly within your design file. To start prototyping, switch to the “Prototype” tab in the right-hand panel of your Figma file. Click on a design element, such as a button or link, and drag a connector to the frame you want it to link to. You can set interactions like “On Click,” “Hover,” or “Drag,” and choose animations such as slide transitions, dissolves, or instant changes. Once your prototype is set up, click the “Present” button to view and interact with it as if it were a live website or app. Share the prototype with stakeholders by generating a shareable link, allowing them to test and provide feedback.