Why does setting both Left and Right constraints on an element inside a frame cause it to resize horizontally instead of staying fixed?

hard🧠 Conceptual Q10 of 15

Figma - Frames and Layout

ABecause the element ignores constraints when both are set.

BBecause Left and Right constraints conflict and cause errors.

CBecause Left and Right constraints fix distances to both edges, forcing width adjustment on frame resize.

DBecause constraints only affect position, not size.

Step-by-Step Solution

Solution:

Step 1: Understand dual edge constraints
Left and Right constraints fix the element's distance from both frame edges horizontally.
Step 2: Effect on resizing
When frame width changes, element width must adjust to keep both distances constant, causing horizontal resize.
Final Answer:
Because Left and Right constraints fix distances to both edges, forcing width adjustment on frame resize. -> Option C
Quick Check:
Left and Right constraints = horizontal resize behavior [OK]

Quick Trick: Left and Right constraints fix edges, causing width resize [OK]

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