How to Bend the Text in Figma
- George Apostolov
How to Bend the Text in Figma: step-by-step guide
Go to the left-side panel and select the text layer you wish to bend.
After that, click the 'Actions' button at the bottom section of the canvas.
Search for 'Arc' and choose it from the suggested results.
After that, specify your preferred Bend Strength. Simply drag its slider to your desired level.
Once done, tap 'Apply'.
After completing these steps, the bend effect will be added to the selected text layer.
Quick answer: To bend text in Figma, select the text layer from the left-side panel, open the Actions button at the bottom of the canvas, search for and choose Arc, drag the slider to set your preferred Bend Strength, and tap Apply.
About this Figma tutorial
Add a bend effect to your text in Figma by using the Actions menu, selecting the Arc tool, and adjusting the slider strength. This guide shows how to bend the Text in Figma in 6 steps, starting with "Go to the left-side panel and select the text layer you wish to bend" and finishing with "After completing these steps, the bend effect will be added to the selected text layer". 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 bend the Text 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 Blur Layers in Figma, How to capture landing pages to Figma using Web to Figma and How to Change the Background Color of Figma Pages. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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