Guide

How to Merge Layers in Figma

This guide provides step-by-step instructions on how to merge layers within your design project in Figma. Follow these simple steps to combine multiple layers into a single layer efficiently.

1. Open Your Figma File – Launch Figma and open the design file containing the layers you want to merge.

2. Select the Layers – Hold Shift and click the layers on the canvas or in the Layers panel.

3. Group the Layers – Press Ctrl + G (Windows) or Cmd + G (Mac) to combine the selected layers into one group.

4. Use Boolean Operations (For Shapes) – With shapes selected, choose from the top toolbar: – Union – Subtract – Intersect – Exclude

5. Flatten the Result (Optional) – Press Ctrl + E or Cmd + E to flatten them into a single editable layer.

6. Done – Your layers are now merged, either grouped or as a single shape layer.