How to Rotate Objects in Figma
- George Apostolov
How to Rotate Objects in Figma: step-by-step guide
Inside your Figma design canvas, find and click the object you want to rotate.
After that, go to the right-side panel and enter your preferred rotation angle into the Transform input field.
Alternatively, click the 'Rotate' button to initiate a 90-degree clockwise rotation.
After completing these steps, the selected object will be rotated.
Quick answer: To rotate objects in Figma, first click the target object on your design canvas. Next, enter your preferred rotation angle into the Transform input field in the right-side panel, or click the Rotate button for a 90-degree clockwise rotation.
About this Figma tutorial
Rotate elements in Figma easily by entering a specific angle in the Transform input field or using the 90-degree rotation button. This guide shows how to rotate Objects in Figma in 4 steps, starting with "Inside your Figma design canvas, find and click the object you want to rotate" and finishing with "After completing these steps, the selected object will be rotated". 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 rotate Objects 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 Scale Objects in Figma, How to See the Version History in Figma and How to Skew Objects in Figma. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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