Version history in Figma - Cheat Sheet & Quick Revision

Recall & Review

beginner

What is Version history in Figma?

Version history in Figma is a feature that saves past versions of your design files automatically. It lets you see, name, and restore earlier versions anytime.

beginner

How can you access the version history of a Figma file?

You can access version history by clicking on the file name at the top, then selecting Show Version History. This opens a timeline of saved versions on the right side.

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What is the benefit of naming versions in Figma's version history?

Naming versions helps you quickly identify important milestones or changes. It makes it easier to find and restore specific versions later.

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Can you restore a previous version of a Figma file? How?

Yes, you can restore a previous version by opening the version history, selecting the version you want, and clicking Restore this version. This replaces the current file with the selected version.

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Does Figma save version history automatically or do you need to save manually?

Figma saves version history automatically as you work. You don’t need to save manually, but you can create named versions to mark important points.

Where do you find the version history in a Figma file?

A Right-click on a frame and choose 'Version History'

B Click the file name and select 'Show Version History'

C Go to the 'Plugins' menu

D Use the keyboard shortcut Ctrl+V

Version history is accessed by clicking the file name at the top and selecting 'Show Version History'.

What does naming a version in Figma help you do?

A Identify important versions easily

B Delete the version permanently

C Share the version with others

D Lock the version from editing

Naming versions helps you identify important versions easily when browsing the history.

Can you restore a previous version of your Figma file?

A No, you can only view past versions

B Only if you have a paid Figma plan

C Only if you saved it manually

D Yes, by selecting the version and clicking 'Restore this version'

You can restore any previous version by selecting it and clicking 'Restore this version'.

Does Figma save version history automatically?

A Only when you close the file

B No, you must save versions manually

C Yes, it saves automatically as you work

D Only if you enable version history in settings

Figma automatically saves version history as you work without manual saving.

What is a good practice when working with version history in Figma?

A Name important versions for easy reference

B Avoid using version history to save space

C Delete all old versions regularly

D Only use version history for final files

Naming important versions helps you find and restore them quickly later.

Explain how version history works in Figma and why it is useful.

Think about how you can go back to earlier designs and why that helps.

Describe the steps to restore a previous version of a Figma file.

Focus on the user actions inside the version history panel.

Practice

1. What is the main purpose of Version history in Figma?

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A. To save your work automatically and let you go back to earlier versions

B. To create new design files from scratch

C. To share your design with others instantly

D. To export your design as an image file

Solution

1. Step 1: Understand what version history does

   Version history automatically saves your work and allows you to revisit previous versions.

2. Step 2: Compare options with this understanding

   Only To save your work automatically and let you go back to earlier versions describes this feature correctly; others describe unrelated features.

3. Final Answer:

   To save your work automatically and let you go back to earlier versions -> Option A

4. Quick Check:

   Version history = Save and revert [OK]

Hint: Version history means saving and going back in time [OK]

Common Mistakes:

• Confusing version history with sharing features
• Thinking version history creates new files
• Assuming version history exports images

2. Which of the following is the correct way to name a version in Figma's version history?

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A. Go to File menu and choose 'Export version name'

B. Double-click the canvas and type the version name

C. Drag the version to the top of the list

D. Right-click on a version and select 'Name this version'

Solution

1. Step 1: Recall how to name versions in Figma

   You name a version by right-clicking it in the version history and selecting 'Name this version'.

2. Step 2: Check other options for correctness

   Double-clicking canvas, exporting version name, or dragging versions are not valid actions for naming.

3. Final Answer:

   Right-click on a version and select 'Name this version' -> Option D

4. Quick Check:

   Name version = Right-click + Name [OK]

Hint: Right-click version to name it quickly [OK]

Common Mistakes:

• Trying to name version by clicking canvas
• Looking for naming in export options
• Dragging versions to rename

3. If you accidentally delete an important frame in your Figma file, how can version history help you?

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A. It sends an email with the deleted frame backup

B. It automatically recovers deleted frames without user action

C. It lets you restore the file to a previous version before deletion

D. It prevents deletion by locking frames

Solution

1. Step 1: Understand version history's recovery role

   Version history allows restoring the file to an earlier saved state before the frame was deleted.

2. Step 2: Evaluate other options

   Version history does not auto-recover without user action, send emails, or lock frames to prevent deletion.

3. Final Answer:

   It lets you restore the file to a previous version before deletion -> Option C

4. Quick Check:

   Restore deleted work = Use version history restore [OK]

Hint: Restore deleted items by reverting to earlier version [OK]

Common Mistakes:

• Assuming auto recovery happens instantly
• Expecting email backups from version history
• Thinking version history locks objects

4. You try to name a version in Figma but the option is greyed out. What could be the problem?

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A. Your internet connection is offline

B. You have not selected a saved version yet

C. You are not logged into Figma

D. You are trying to name a version in a different file

Solution

1. Step 1: Identify why naming is disabled

   Version naming is only enabled when you select a saved version in the version history panel.

2. Step 2: Check other options for relevance

   Internet or login issues usually prevent saving, but naming option greyed out specifically means no version selected.

3. Final Answer:

   You have not selected a saved version yet -> Option B

4. Quick Check:

   Name option greyed = No version selected [OK]

Hint: Select a saved version before naming it [OK]

Common Mistakes:

• Assuming offline disables naming option
• Thinking login status affects naming directly
• Trying to name versions in wrong files

5. You want to compare two versions in Figma to see what changed between them. Which steps should you follow?

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A. Open version history, select the first version, then select the second version to compare side-by-side

B. Export both versions as images and compare them manually

C. Duplicate the file twice and open each copy separately

D. Use the 'Compare versions' button in the File menu

Solution

1. Step 1: Understand how to compare versions in Figma

   Figma allows selecting two versions in version history to view differences side-by-side.

2. Step 2: Evaluate other options

   Exporting images or duplicating files is manual and inefficient; no 'Compare versions' button exists in File menu.

3. Final Answer:

   Open version history, select the first version, then select the second version to compare side-by-side -> Option A

4. Quick Check:

   Compare versions = Select two versions in history [OK]

Hint: Select two versions in history to compare visually [OK]

Common Mistakes:

• Thinking export is needed to compare versions
• Duplicating files instead of using version history
• Looking for a non-existent compare button