Figma Sidebar Build: Power User Tips & Tricks!

The Figma sidebar component is a powerful tool for streamlining your design portfolio or design system. Using Figma variables and basic UI design principles we're going to build a sidebar that looks and works great in a prototype! Ultimatley, this video will explore hidden tips and tricks for maximizing its functionality, making you more efficient, and a more impressive designer.

GENERAL LINKS
NEW - Our Official Design System: https://collectivekit.co/
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Work with me: https://designsystemlabs.co/
Need design system coaching? Email kirkland@uicollective.co
Connect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kirk-mcneill-km/
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All Resources: https://uicollective.co/designer-tools-and-resources

OTHER LINKS
Build a Design System Episode 1: https://youtu.be/HNJmWKndUA4

0:00 Setting Up the Sidebar
9:47 Building the Sidebar
18:17 Troubleshooting the Sidebar
20:48 Prepping for the Prototype
30:23 Completed Figma Prototype

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