How to Merge Shapes in Figma to Form a New Object
- George Apostolov
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How to Merge Shapes in Figma to Form a New Object: step-by-step guide
Inside your Figma design canvas, select the shapes you wish to merge.
Following that, head over to the right-side panel and click the 'More Actions' button.
Choose 'Union Selection' from the list of options.
After completing these steps, the selected shapes will be merged instantly and added as a new object.
Quick answer: To merge shapes in Figma, select the desired shapes on your canvas, open the right-side panel, and click the More Actions button. Next, choose Union Selection from the list to instantly combine the selected items into a new object.
About this Figma tutorial
Combine multiple vector shapes into a single new object in Figma using the Union Selection tool located in the right-side panel. This guide shows how to merge Shapes in Figma to Form a New Object in 4 steps, starting with "Inside your Figma design canvas, select the shapes you wish to merge" and finishing with "After completing these steps, the selected shapes will be merged instantly and added as...". 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 merge Shapes in Figma to Form a New Object?
4 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 Mirror Objects in Figma, How to Open .fig File in Figma and How to Organize the Figma Files Alphabetically. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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