How to Use Variables to Create UI Packages in Figma
Variables are one of the most recent updates introduced to Figma. Variables in Figma store resuable values that can be applied to all kinds of design properties and prototyping actions. I think Figma's variables update takes UI design a step further than any other update. The main reason for this is that variables allow designers to prototype reusable design system . It allows building an interactive quiz that uses conditional logic and also creating complex prototyping flows. Before I share tips for using variables, let me first explain a few details about variables. ## Types of Variables There are four types: color, number, string, and boolean. As the name suggests, each type can store values for different attributes. To give you quick idea of what you can do with these, Color Setting up primary & secondary color from your palette Switching between light & dark mode Number Changing the width and height of content, including padding, on the fly based on device size Changin
