Grouping "screens" in Figma, which are typically represented by Frames, is a straightforward process similar to grouping any other objects. It helps keep your design canvas organized and manage related frames together.
According to the reference provided, to group in Figma, select the objects you want to group. This can be done by selecting each object at the left sidebar, or clicking and dragging the mouse over the objects. Then click the Group button in the top toolbar.
Here's a breakdown of the steps:
Steps to Group Frames (Screens)
Grouping multiple frames (or screens) combines them into a single layer group in the Layers panel. This is useful for moving, copying, or applying actions to multiple frames at once.
- Select the Frames: You need to choose the specific frames you want to include in the group.
- Method 1 (Sidebar): Hold down Shift or Command/Ctrl and click on each frame's name in the left sidebar (Layers panel).
- Method 2 (Canvas): Click and drag your mouse cursor over the frames on the canvas to create a selection box that includes all desired frames.
- Group the Selected Objects: Once the frames are selected, you perform the grouping action.
- Click the Group button located in the top toolbar. This button often looks like a folder or a stack of layers.
- Alternatively, use the keyboard shortcut: Command + G (Mac) or Ctrl + G (Windows).
After grouping, the selected frames will appear nested under a new "Group" layer in your Layers panel. You can rename this group layer for better organization (e.g., "Login Flow Screens").
Quick Reference: Grouping in Figma
Here’s a simple table summarizing the process:
| Action | Method 1 (UI) | Method 2 (Keyboard) |
|---|---|---|
| Select Objects | Click + Drag on Canvas OR Shift/Cmd+Click in Sidebar | Shift/Cmd+Click in Sidebar |
| Perform Grouping | Click Group button in Top Toolbar | Cmd + G (Mac) OR Ctrl + G (Windows) |
Why Group Screens?
Grouping frames/screens in Figma serves several practical purposes:
- Organization: Keep related screens (like a user onboarding flow or a checkout process) neatly organized on your canvas.
- Movement: Easily move an entire set of screens around your canvas without affecting their relative positions.
- Copying/Pasting: Duplicate an entire flow of screens with a single action.
- Cleanup: Declutter your Layers panel by collapsing groups.
While grouping combines layers into a single group, it's important to note that Figma also offers features like Sections and Pages for higher-level organization of flows and distinct parts of your project. Grouping is typically used for managing a collection of frames on a single canvas page.
