How to Crop an Image in Figma
- George Apostolov
How to Crop an Image in Figma: step-by-step guide
Inside your Figma design canvas, find and click the image you wish to crop.
After that, go to the right-side panel and click the menu under the Fill section.
Access the Custom tab and tap the drop-down menu.
Subsequently, choose 'Crop' from the list of options.
Use the blue handles around the image to make your desired adjustment.
Once done, click anywhere around the canvas to apply the changes.
After completing these steps, the selected image on your Figma design canvas will be cropped accordingly.
Quick answer: To crop an image in Figma, select the image on your design canvas, click the Fill section menu in the right-side panel, open the Custom tab, and choose Crop. Then, adjust the blue handles and click anywhere on the canvas to apply the changes.
About this Figma tutorial
Crop images directly in Figma by selecting your picture, choosing the crop tool from the Fill panel, and adjusting the handles. This guide shows how to crop an Image in Figma in 7 steps, starting with "Inside your Figma design canvas, find and click the image you wish to crop" and finishing with "After completing these steps, the selected image on your Figma design canvas will be cr...". 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 crop an Image in Figma?
7 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 Curve the Text in Figma, How to Detach an Instance in Figma and How to Download a Figma File. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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