How to Remove Unused Components in Figma
- George Apostolov
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How to Remove Unused Components in Figma: step-by-step guide
Head over to the bottom section of your Figma design canvas, then click 'Actions'.
Tap the 'Plugins & Widgets' tab afterwards.
Search for 'Safely Delete Component' and then select it from the suggested results.
Finally, tap 'Delete Unused Components' to proceed.
Quick answer: To remove unused components in Figma, click Actions at the bottom of the design canvas, tap the Plugins & Widgets tab, search for and select Safely Delete Component, and finally tap Delete Unused Components to proceed.
About this Figma tutorial
Clean up your Figma workspace by quickly finding and deleting unused components using the Safely Delete Component plugin. This guide shows how to remove Unused Components in Figma in 4 steps, starting with "Head over to the bottom section of your Figma design canvas, then click 'Actions'" and finishing with "Finally, tap 'Delete Unused Components' to proceed". 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 remove Unused Components in Figma?
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 Resize the Image in Figma Without Cropping, How to Rotate Objects in Figma and How to Scale Objects in Figma. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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