Frames are the backbone of layouts in Figma—used for everything from wireframes to complete UI screens. Whether you’re organizing artboards, structuring content, or prepping for a prototype, keeping your frames in the right order is essential. Here’s how to reorder frames in Figma for better clarity and workflow.
🧭 Why Reordering Frames Matters
Reordering frames helps:
- Maintain a clean layer hierarchy.
- Present flows logically in prototypes.
- Stay organized when collaborating with others.
🔍 Step 1: Open the Layers Panel
To begin, make sure the Layers panel is visible on the left side of your screen. This panel shows all frames, components, and layers in your current page.
- If hidden, click the arrow tab on the left edge of the screen or press *Shift + Command/Ctrl + * to toggle it.
🖱 Step 2: Click and Drag to Reorder
- Locate the frame you want to move in the Layers panel.
- Click and drag the frame up or down in the list.
- Drop it above or below other frames, depending on your desired order.
This reorders the stacking and also affects how frames are exported or viewed in prototypes.
🖼 Step 3: Observe Canvas Changes
Reordering a frame in the Layers panel may also affect the visual stacking on the canvas—especially if frames overlap or are nested within one another.
- The topmost frame in the Layers panel appears in front on the canvas.
- This is useful for layered interfaces or overlapping UI elements.
📁 Tip: Grouping and Naming for Clarity
- Use consistent naming (like “Screen 1 – Login,” “Screen 2 – Dashboard”) to keep frames logically ordered.
- You can also nest frames inside other frames or sections for more structured organization.
✅ Wrapping Up
Reordering frames in Figma is as simple as dragging and dropping—but it plays a powerful role in keeping your files clean, intuitive, and efficient. Whether you’re building solo or collaborating with a team, a tidy frame order leads to smoother design workflows.
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