One aspect that is important to me during the design process is efficiency. Being efficient not only saves time but also conserves energy.

While numerous productivity tools are available, working proficiently with just two or three tools is sufficient. Mastering a select few eliminates the need to constantly search for new tools, thus saving time on unnecessary searches instead of actual work.

I remember one podcast I heard with an experienced designer working in print design for over 30 years. He said he relied solely on InDesign to create various design elements, including logos, illustrations, and posters.

According to him, InDesign’s power and its many features made it the ideal choice for almost any design requirement.

From my perspective, Figma is establishing itself as a similar tool. It contains many features and offers different plugins suitable for various design requirements.

In this article, I want to share a Figma feature that I like and saves me a ton of time when working with the tool: the Find and Replace feature. Let’s delve into its functionality.

What is the Find and Replace feature, and what does it do?

At its core, this feature is a powerful search tool that lets you locate specific elements within a page or even an entire Figma file.

The power of ‘Find and Replace’ is in its ability to help you identify elements you’re searching for and its capability to perform bulk text changes.

Imagine this — you want to change the input label throughout your design file. The ‘Find and Replace’ feature not only locates this label for you but enables you to change it across all places with a single click.

This saves you from doing manual, one-by-one edits, allowing you to streamline your design process and increase efficiency.

Why do we need it?