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How to Superscript in Figma

This guide provides a detailed step-by-step walkthrough on how to apply superscript formatting to your text in Figma.

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  1. Select the Text Layer – Click on the text where you want to apply superscript.

  2. Highlight the Character(s) – Select the specific character(s) to superscript.

  3. Open the Right Sidebar – Ensure the Text section is visible.

  4. Manually Reduce Font Size – Decrease the font size of the selected text (e.g., from 16px to 10px).

  5. Adjust Baseline – Use the line height or manually drag to move the smaller text upward.

  6. Tweak for Alignment – Fine-tune the position to match typical superscript formatting.

  7. Done – The selected text now appears as superscript.