How to Flip an Image in Figma
- George Apostolov
How to Flip an Image in Figma: step-by-step guide
Inside your Figma design canvas, find and click the image you want to flip.
After that, head over to the right-side panel and locate the Position section under the Design tab.
Click the 'Flip Horizontal' icon if you wish to flip the selected image to the left or right.
On the one hand, click the 'Flip Vertical' icon if you want to flip it up or down.
After completing these steps, the selected image will be flipped according to your input.
Quick answer: To flip an image in Figma, select the image in your design canvas, go to the Position section under the Design tab in the right-side panel, and click either the Flip Horizontal or Flip Vertical icon to adjust the image orientation.
About this Figma tutorial
Easily mirror or invert your pictures in Figma by selecting the image and using the horizontal or vertical flip tools in the design panel. This guide shows how to flip an Image in Figma in 5 steps, starting with "Inside your Figma design canvas, find and click the image you want to flip" and finishing with "After completing these steps, the selected image will be flipped according to your input". 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 flip an Image in Figma?
5 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 Get CSS Code From Figma Designs, How to Get to Figjam in Figma and How to Group Objects in Figma. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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