Eyedropper tool in Figma - Cheat Sheet & Quick Revision

Recall & Review

beginner

What is the Eyedropper tool used for in Figma?

The Eyedropper tool lets you pick colors from anywhere on your screen to use in your design. It's like a digital color picker.

beginner

How do you activate the Eyedropper tool in Figma?

You can activate it by selecting a color property and then clicking the Eyedropper icon or pressing the shortcut key 'I'.

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Can the Eyedropper tool pick colors from outside the Figma window?

Yes, the Eyedropper tool can pick colors from anywhere on your screen, including other apps or images outside Figma.

beginner

Why is the Eyedropper tool helpful for creating consistent designs?

It helps you match colors exactly, so your design elements have consistent colors, making your design look professional and polished.

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What should you check after picking a color with the Eyedropper tool?

Check the color values (like HEX or RGB) to make sure the color fits your design needs and accessibility standards.

What shortcut key activates the Eyedropper tool in Figma?

A E

B I

C P

D C

Pressing 'I' activates the Eyedropper tool in Figma to pick colors.

Can the Eyedropper tool pick colors from images outside of Figma?

A Yes, anywhere on the screen

B No, only inside Figma

C Only from Figma plugins

D Only from Figma layers

The Eyedropper tool can pick colors from anywhere visible on your screen.

Why is it important to use the Eyedropper tool for color consistency?

A To match colors exactly

B To change font styles

C To create random colors

D To resize objects

Matching colors exactly helps keep your design consistent and professional.

Which color formats can you check after picking a color with the Eyedropper tool?

A Only HSL

B Only CMYK

C Only Pantone

D HEX and RGB

HEX and RGB are common color formats you can check after picking a color.

What is the first step to use the Eyedropper tool in Figma?

A Draw a shape

B Open the layers panel

C Select a color property

D Export the file

You first select a color property to apply the picked color.

Explain how to use the Eyedropper tool in Figma to pick a color from an image on your screen.

Think about the shortcut and where you click first.

Describe why using the Eyedropper tool helps maintain color consistency in your design projects.

Consider how colors affect the overall design feel.

Practice

1. What is the main purpose of the Eyedropper tool in Figma?

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A. To pick and reuse colors from anywhere on the screen

B. To create new shapes and icons

C. To add text to your design

D. To export your design as an image

Solution

1. Step 1: Understand the Eyedropper tool function

   The Eyedropper tool is used to select colors from any visible pixel on the screen.

2. Step 2: Identify the correct purpose

   It helps keep colors consistent by reusing exact colors from designs or images.

3. Final Answer:

   To pick and reuse colors from anywhere on the screen -> Option A

4. Quick Check:

   Eyedropper tool = pick colors [OK]

Hint: Eyedropper picks colors from screen pixels fast [OK]

Common Mistakes:

• Confusing Eyedropper with shape or text tools
• Thinking it exports images
• Assuming it creates new colors

2. Which of the following is the correct way to activate the Eyedropper tool in Figma?

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A. Press Ctrl + E (Windows) or Cmd + E (Mac)

B. Press Ctrl + I (Windows) or Cmd + I (Mac)

C. Press Ctrl + P (Windows) or Cmd + P (Mac)

D. Press Ctrl + D (Windows) or Cmd + D (Mac)

Solution

1. Step 1: Recall Figma shortcut for Eyedropper

   The Eyedropper tool shortcut is Ctrl + E on Windows and Cmd + E on Mac.

2. Step 2: Match shortcut to options

   Press Ctrl + E (Windows) or Cmd + E (Mac) matches the correct shortcut for activating the Eyedropper tool.

3. Final Answer:

   Press Ctrl + E (Windows) or Cmd + E (Mac) -> Option A

4. Quick Check:

   Eyedropper shortcut = Ctrl/Cmd + E [OK]

Hint: Remember E for Eyedropper shortcut [OK]

Common Mistakes:

• Confusing with shortcuts for other tools
• Using Ctrl + I which is for Italic text
• Using Ctrl + P which is for Print

3. You use the Eyedropper tool on a complex image with many colors. What will happen when you click on a pixel?

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A. The pixel is deleted from the image

B. A random color from the image is selected

C. The entire image is converted to grayscale

D. The exact color of that pixel is selected and applied to your current object

Solution

1. Step 1: Understand Eyedropper behavior on images

   The Eyedropper tool picks the exact color of the pixel you click on, no matter how complex the image is.

2. Step 2: Identify the effect on the current object

   The selected color is applied to the object you are editing, ensuring color accuracy.

3. Final Answer:

   The exact color of that pixel is selected and applied to your current object -> Option D

4. Quick Check:

   Eyedropper picks exact pixel color [OK]

Hint: Click pixel to get its exact color instantly [OK]

Common Mistakes:

• Thinking it picks random colors
• Assuming it changes the whole image
• Believing it deletes pixels

4. You try to use the Eyedropper tool but it does not pick the color from a hidden layer. What is the likely problem?

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A. You need to restart Figma to enable Eyedropper

B. The Eyedropper tool cannot pick colors from images

C. The Eyedropper tool only works on visible pixels

D. You must unlock the layer before using Eyedropper

Solution

1. Step 1: Check Eyedropper tool limitations

   The Eyedropper tool only picks colors from pixels that are visible on the screen.

2. Step 2: Understand hidden layers effect

   If a layer is hidden, its pixels are not visible, so the Eyedropper cannot pick colors from it.

3. Final Answer:

   The Eyedropper tool only works on visible pixels -> Option C

4. Quick Check:

   Eyedropper needs visible pixels [OK]

Hint: Make sure layer is visible before picking color [OK]

Common Mistakes:

• Thinking restart fixes Eyedropper issues
• Believing Eyedropper can't pick from images
• Assuming locked layers block Eyedropper

5. You want to keep your brand colors consistent across multiple designs in Figma. How can the Eyedropper tool help you achieve this?

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A. By exporting your brand colors as a color palette file

B. By picking exact colors from your brand logo and applying them to new designs

C. By automatically generating new colors similar to your brand colors

D. By locking colors so they cannot be changed

Solution

1. Step 1: Identify how Eyedropper maintains color consistency

   The Eyedropper tool picks exact colors from any visible pixel, such as your brand logo.

2. Step 2: Apply picked colors to new designs

   Using the picked colors ensures your new designs use the exact brand colors, keeping consistency.

3. Final Answer:

   By picking exact colors from your brand logo and applying them to new designs -> Option B

4. Quick Check:

   Eyedropper picks brand colors for consistency [OK]

Hint: Pick brand colors from logo to reuse exactly [OK]

Common Mistakes:

• Thinking Eyedropper generates new colors
• Confusing with exporting palettes
• Assuming it locks colors automatically