Scroll behavior (vertical, horizontal) in Figma - Cheat Sheet & Quick Revision

Recall & Review

beginner

What is vertical scroll behavior in Figma?

Vertical scroll behavior allows users to scroll up and down within a frame or component to see content that extends beyond the visible area.

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How do you enable horizontal scrolling in a Figma frame?

You set the frame's overflow behavior to 'Horizontal scrolling' in the prototype tab, allowing users to scroll left and right to view content.

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Why is setting scroll behavior important in dashboards or reports?

It helps users navigate large data sets or visuals smoothly, improving usability by showing only relevant content and allowing easy access to hidden parts.

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What happens if you set both vertical and horizontal scroll behaviors in Figma?

The frame allows scrolling in both directions, enabling users to move up/down and left/right to explore content that overflows the frame boundaries.

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How can you preview scroll behavior in Figma?

By entering prototype mode and interacting with the frame on the right side, you can scroll vertically or horizontally as set to test the user experience.

In Figma, which scroll behavior allows users to move content up and down?

A Vertical scrolling

B Horizontal scrolling

C No scrolling

D Diagonal scrolling

Vertical scrolling lets users scroll up and down within a frame.

How do you enable horizontal scrolling in a Figma frame?

A Set overflow to 'Vertical scrolling'

B Set overflow to 'Horizontal scrolling'

C Resize the frame width

D Use the zoom tool

Setting overflow to 'Horizontal scrolling' enables left-right scrolling.

What is the main benefit of using scroll behavior in dashboards?

A To hide all data

B To reduce colors

C To improve navigation and usability

D To make the dashboard static

Scroll behavior helps users navigate large content easily.

If a frame has both vertical and horizontal scrolling enabled, what can users do?

A Cannot scroll

B Scroll only horizontally

C Scroll only vertically

D Scroll both vertically and horizontally

Both scroll directions allow movement in both axes.

Where do you test scroll behavior in Figma?

A Prototype mode

B Design tab

C Layers panel

D Assets panel

Prototype mode lets you interact and test scrolling.

Explain how vertical and horizontal scroll behaviors differ and when you might use each in a dashboard design.

Think about how users view content that is taller or wider than the screen.

Describe the steps to enable and preview scroll behavior in a Figma prototype.

Focus on frame settings and prototype testing.

Practice

1. What does vertical scroll behavior do in a Figma frame?

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A. It allows users to move content up and down inside the frame.

B. It allows users to move content left and right inside the frame.

C. It locks the content so it cannot be scrolled.

D. It automatically resizes the frame to fit all content.

Solution

1. Step 1: Understand vertical scroll behavior

   Vertical scrolling means moving content up and down inside a frame.

2. Step 2: Match behavior to options

   It allows users to move content up and down inside the frame. correctly describes vertical scrolling as up and down movement.

3. Final Answer:

   It allows users to move content up and down inside the frame. -> Option A

4. Quick Check:

   Vertical scroll = up/down movement [OK]

Hint: Vertical scroll means up and down movement [OK]

Common Mistakes:

• Confusing vertical with horizontal scrolling
• Thinking vertical scroll locks content
• Assuming vertical scroll resizes frame

2. Which option correctly sets horizontal scroll behavior in Figma's frame properties?

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A. Set Overflow behavior to 'Horizontal scrolling'.

B. Set Overflow behavior to 'Resize frame'.

C. Set Overflow behavior to 'No scrolling'.

D. Set Overflow behavior to 'Vertical scrolling'.

Solution

1. Step 1: Locate Overflow behavior setting

   In Figma, scroll behavior is set under Overflow behavior in the right panel for frames.

2. Step 2: Choose correct scroll type for horizontal

   To enable horizontal scroll, select 'Horizontal scrolling' option.

3. Final Answer:

   Set Overflow behavior to 'Horizontal scrolling'. -> Option A

4. Quick Check:

   Horizontal scroll = 'Horizontal scrolling' setting [OK]

Hint: Choose 'Horizontal scrolling' for horizontal scroll [OK]

Common Mistakes:

• Selecting vertical scrolling for horizontal scroll
• Choosing no scrolling by mistake
• Confusing resize frame with scroll behavior

3. Given a Figma frame with Overflow behavior set to 'Vertical scrolling' and content taller than the frame, what happens when you preview the frame?

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A. You can scroll left and right to see hidden content.

B. You can scroll up and down to see hidden content.

C. The frame resizes automatically to show all content.

D. No scrolling is possible; content is clipped.

Solution

1. Step 1: Understand vertical scrolling with taller content

   Vertical scrolling allows moving content up and down when content height exceeds frame height.

2. Step 2: Predict preview behavior

   Since content is taller, vertical scroll lets user scroll up/down to see hidden parts.

3. Final Answer:

   You can scroll up and down to see hidden content. -> Option B

4. Quick Check:

   Vertical scroll + taller content = up/down scroll [OK]

Hint: Vertical scroll lets you move up/down if content is taller [OK]

Common Mistakes:

• Thinking horizontal scroll works for tall content
• Assuming frame resizes automatically
• Believing no scroll means content is visible

4. You set a frame's Overflow behavior to 'Horizontal scrolling' but users cannot scroll horizontally in preview. What is the most likely cause?

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A. The frame is set to 'Vertical scrolling' instead.

B. The frame's content height is larger than the frame height.

C. The frame's content width is smaller or equal to the frame width.

D. The frame has no fill color.

Solution

1. Step 1: Check content size relative to frame

   Horizontal scrolling works only if content width exceeds frame width.

2. Step 2: Identify cause of no horizontal scroll

   If content width is smaller or equal, no horizontal scroll is needed or possible.

3. Final Answer:

   The frame's content width is smaller or equal to the frame width. -> Option C

4. Quick Check:

   Horizontal scroll needs wider content [OK]

Hint: Check if content width exceeds frame width for horizontal scroll [OK]

Common Mistakes:

• Confusing height with width for horizontal scroll
• Assuming vertical scroll setting causes issue
• Thinking fill color affects scroll behavior

5. You want a Figma frame to allow users to scroll vertically but not horizontally, even if content is wider than the frame. How should you set the scroll behavior and frame properties?

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A. Set Overflow behavior to 'No scrolling' and resize frame to fit content.

B. Set Overflow behavior to 'Horizontal scrolling' and increase frame height.

C. Set Overflow behavior to 'Vertical scrolling' and resize frame width to fit content.

D. Set Overflow behavior to 'Vertical scrolling' and ensure frame width clips content horizontally.

Solution

1. Step 1: Choose vertical scroll behavior

   Set Overflow behavior to 'Vertical scrolling' to allow up/down movement only.

2. Step 2: Control horizontal clipping

   Keep frame width fixed so wider content is clipped horizontally, preventing horizontal scroll.

3. Final Answer:

   Set Overflow behavior to 'Vertical scrolling' and ensure frame width clips content horizontally. -> Option D

4. Quick Check:

   Vertical scroll + fixed width = vertical only scroll [OK]

Hint: Use vertical scroll and fixed width to block horizontal scroll [OK]

Common Mistakes:

• Setting horizontal scroll instead of vertical
• Resizing frame width to fit content allowing horizontal scroll
• Choosing no scrolling disables all scroll