How to Use Clip Content in Figma

April 12, 2026·1 min read

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Here's how to use clip content in Figma

Open your Figma project and navigate to the design canvas.
Click on the frame that you want to apply content clipping to.
Locate the Design tab in the Properties panel on the right side of your screen.
Find the Layout section within the Design tab properties.
Check the box next to 'Clip Content' to enable frame clipping for your selected frame.

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What happens when I enable clip content in Figma?

When you enable clip content, any design elements that extend beyond the frame's boundaries will be hidden from view. This creates a mask effect where only the content within the frame dimensions remains visible.

Can I disable clip content after enabling it?

Yes, you can easily disable clip content by unchecking the 'Clip Content' checkbox in the Layout section. This will make any previously hidden elements outside the frame visible again.

Does clip content affect nested frames within my main frame?

Clip content only affects direct children of the frame where it's enabled. Nested frames have their own clip content settings that can be controlled independently of their parent frame.

How to Use Clip Content in Figma

Here's how to use clip content in Figma

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