How Do You Copy an Artboard in Figma?

To copy an artboard (which Figma calls a "Frame"), the most direct method, as highlighted in design workflows, is using standard copy and paste keyboard shortcuts.

Here's how you can easily duplicate a Frame in Figma:

Using Copy and Paste (Ctrl/Cmd + C)

This is the classic method available in most software, and it works reliably in Figma.

1. Select the Frame: In your Figma canvas or Layers panel, click on the Frame you wish to copy. Make sure the entire Frame is selected, not just elements within it.
2. Copy the Frame: With the Frame selected, hold CRTL or Command + C to copy the frame. Use Ctrl + C on Windows or Command + C on a Mac. This places a copy of the selected Frame onto your computer's clipboard.
3. Paste the Frame: Navigate to where you want to paste the copy. You can paste it on the same page, a different page, or even into another Figma file. Use the paste command: Ctrl + V on Windows or Command + V on a Mac.

The copied Frame, including all its contents and settings, will appear at the location where you pasted it, often slightly offset from the original if pasted nearby.

Alternative Methods for Duplicating Frames

While Ctrl/Cmd + C and Ctrl/Cmd + V is a standard method, Figma offers other efficient ways to duplicate Frames directly on the canvas:

• Duplicate Command (Ctrl/Cmd + D): Select the Frame and press Ctrl + D (Windows) or Command + D (Mac). This is typically faster as it copies and pastes the Frame in one step, usually placing the duplicate directly next to the original with a small offset.
• Alt/Option + Drag: Select the Frame, hold down the Alt key (Windows) or Option key (Mac), and drag the Frame. This creates a duplicate copy as you drag. Holding Shift simultaneously will constrain the movement to a straight line (horizontally or vertically).

Summary of Copy/Duplicate Methods

Method	Shortcut	Action	Use Case
Copy & Paste	Ctrl/Cmd + C, Ctrl/Cmd + V	Copies to clipboard, then paste anywhere	Copying between pages/files
Duplicate	Ctrl/Cmd + D	Creates copy directly next to original	Quickly making variations side-by-side
Alt/Option + Drag	Alt/Option + Drag	Creates copy interactively by dragging	Quick visual duplication on canvas

Understanding these methods allows you to efficiently manage and iterate on your designs in Figma. The choice depends on whether you need to copy the Frame to the clipboard for pasting elsewhere or simply want to duplicate it quickly on the same canvas.