How Do I Add Assets in Figma?

Adding assets, particularly components from your design libraries, in Figma is a core part of streamlining your workflow. You can quickly access and place reusable elements directly onto your canvas.

The primary method for adding reusable assets like components involves using the Assets tab.

Using the Assets Tab

The Assets tab provides access to all the libraries enabled in your current file, allowing you to browse and drag components onto your design.

Here's how to add a component from your libraries using the Assets tab:

1. Access the Assets Tab: Open the Assets panel. You can do this by clicking the Assets tab in the left sidebar of your Figma interface.
   • Shortcut Tip: For quicker access, use the keyboard shortcut:
     • Mac: ⌥ Option 2
     • Windows: Alt 2
2. Select a Library: Within the Assets tab, you'll see a list of available libraries. Select the specific library that contains the component you wish to add to your canvas.
3. Find Your Component: Browse through the components available in the selected library. You can often search or navigate through folders to locate the exact component you need.
4. Drag onto Canvas: Once you've found the desired component, click and drag it directly from the Assets tab onto your design canvas. This action creates an instance of that component, which you can then position and customize as needed.

This process allows you to quickly populate your designs with pre-built, consistent elements defined in your component libraries.

By following these steps, you can efficiently add instances of your components from design libraries using the Assets tab in Figma.