If you've accidentally deleted items in Figma, there's often a way to recover them. While the process specifically addresses restoring files, understanding how deletion works in Figma is key.
Can You Restore a Deleted Project in Figma?
Based on the provided information, the method described focuses on restoring individual files, not necessarily the entire project structure itself. The reference states a critical point regarding permanent deletion:
“The good news is that we don't permanently delete files from Figma unless you manually click 'delete forever' or if you delete the team or project that the file was in.”
This highlights that deleting the project itself is one of the conditions under which files may become permanently unrecoverable. Therefore, restoring the project container directly via the standard file restoration method is not detailed, and the files within a deleted project might be permanently removed.
How to Restore Deleted Files in Figma
If you need to recover files, whether they were individually deleted or potentially affected by a project deletion, Figma provides a "Deleted" tab where items are held temporarily.
Here are the steps to restore a deleted file:
- Navigate to your Drafts in Figma.
- Look for and open the Deleted tab within your Drafts.
- Find the specific file you want to restore from the list of deleted items.
- Right click on the file you wish to restore.
- Select Restore from the context menu that appears.
Successfully restoring a file using this method depends on whether it meets the conditions for permanent deletion mentioned earlier, such as the associated project or team still existing.
Quick Steps for File Restoration
Here is a summary of the file restoration process:
| Step | Action | Location/Menu |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Go to Drafts | Figma Interface |
| 2 | Open Deleted Tab | Drafts Section |
| 3 | Find File | List of deleted items |
| 4 | Right-click File | Context Menu |
| 5 | Click Restore | Context Menu |
By following these steps, you can recover deleted files from your Drafts section in Figma, keeping in mind the limitations regarding permanent deletion, especially if the project or team containing the file was deleted.
