Figma, the popular web-based graphic design interface, offers an array of effects to enhance and modify your design projects. One such effect is blurring. The blur effect in Figma can assist in creating depth in your designs, softening elements, or simply drawing the viewer’s attention to a particular area. In this article, we will discuss in detail how to effectively apply blur effects in Figma.
Getting Started
To blur an object in Figma, ensure that you have selected the object first. You can do this by clicking on the object. Once you’ve selected the object, navigate to the right sidebar. Here you’ll find the ‘Effects’ section.
Applying Blur
Under the ‘Effects’ section in the right sidebar, click on the ‘+’ sign. This will open a drop-down menu. From the menu, select Layer Blur, Background Blur or Image Blur depending on your needs.
effects = [
{
"type": "LAYER_BLUR",
"radius": 10
}
]
Layer Blur blurs the entire selected object.
effects = [
{
"type": "BACKGROUND_BLUR",
"radius": 10
}
]
Background Blur only blurs the area beneath the selected object. This is great for creating a frosted glass effect.
effects = [
{
"type": "IMAGE_BLUR",
"radius": 10
}
]
Image Blur is perfect if you want to blur a specific image in your design.
Adjusting the Blur
Figma allows for the adjustment of the blur intensity. After selecting your preferred blur type, you can tweak the ‘Radius’ slider to modify the blur’s intensity. A higher value increases the blur effect, while a lower value makes it more subtle.
Conclusion
Applying a blur effect in Figma is quite straightforward. With the ability to select between layer, background, and image blur, you can create various effects to enhance and bring depth to your designs. Moreover, the option to adjust the intensity of the blur allows for even more customization. Remember, blurring is a powerful tool when used correctly. So, experiment with it to see how it can best serve your design needs.