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title: "How to Edit Text in Figma"
h1: "How to Edit Text in Figma"
description: "Discover the essential steps to edit text in Figma with our comprehensive guide. Enhance your design skills and create stunning visuals effortlessly."
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# How to Edit Text in Figma

This guide provides a detailed step-by-step walkthrough on how to edit text in Figma. Follow these steps to learn how to add and modify text in your design projects using Figma.

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1. **Select the Text Tool** – Press **T** on your keyboard or click the **Text (T)** icon from the toolbar.
2. **Click the Text Layer** – Click on the existing **text box** you want to edit.
3. **Edit the Text** – Start **typing** to modify the content directly.
4. **Highlight to Style** – Select specific words or characters to **change font, size, color, or alignment** from the right-hand panel.
5. **Use the Properties Panel** – Adjust text properties like **line height**, **letter spacing**, and **text case** in the right panel.
6. **Resize the Text Box** – Drag the corners or sides to **resize** the text container without changing the font size.
7. **Exit Edit Mode** – Click anywhere outside the text box or press **Esc** when you're done editing.