How to Add Icons in Figma
- George Apostolov
How to Add Icons in Figma: step-by-step guide
Head over to the bottom section of your design canvas and click 'Actions'.
Search for 'Iconify' and select it from the suggested results.
After that, find and choose the category that contains the icon you wish to add.
Go over the available options and click the icon you prefer to use.
Subsequently, specify your preferred Size and Color. Once done, click 'Import as Frame' or 'Import as Component'.
After completing these steps, the selected icon will be added as a frame or as a component to your Figma design canvas.
Quick answer: To add icons in Figma, click Actions at the bottom of the canvas, search and select Iconify, choose a category, and pick an icon. Next, specify the size and color, then click Import as Frame or Import as Component to add the selected icon to your design canvas.
About this Figma tutorial
Enhance your Figma designs by searching, customizing, and importing icons as frames or components using the Iconify tool. This guide shows how to add Icons in Figma in 6 steps, starting with "Head over to the bottom section of your design canvas and click 'Actions'" and finishing with "After completing these steps, the selected icon will be added as a frame or as a compon...". The interactive demo above is a click-through copy of the real Figma interface, so you can rehearse each step before doing it in your own account.
Frequently asked questions
How many steps does it take to add Icons in Figma?
6 steps. Each one is listed in order above, and the demo highlights exactly where to click.
Can I try it without changing my own account?
Yes. Clicking through the demo doesn't touch your Figma data or settings. Once you know the flow, repeat it in your own workspace.
This tutorial is filed under Figma. Related guides: How to Add Padding in Figma, How to Animate Frames in Figma and How to Bend the Text in Figma. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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