Convert text to vector paths
Before you Start
Who can use this feature
Users on Any Plan
Users with Edit access to a file can create and edit text layers
Convert any of your text layers into vector paths.
When you convert text to a vector path, you will no longer be able to edit the text or any properties associated with it. However, you will be able to edit the vector paths in vector edit mode.
This will allow you to continue to edit text as vector objects, allowing you to:
- Customize aspects of a typeface
- Create logos or wordmarks
- Prepare assets for printing
- Reduce file or export size
- Combine multiple paths into a single object
There are two methods available: flatten text or outline stroke.
Flatten text
When you flatten text layers, Figma will:
- Combine any objects or layers you selected into a single layer
- Convert text layers from editable text to vector paths
To flatten a text layer:
- Select the text layer(s) you want to flatten:
- Right-click on the layers (in the canvas or in the layers panel) and select Flatten.
Tip: Use a keyboard shortcut to flatten text layers.
- Mac: Command E
- Windows: Ctrl E
Once flattened, the layers will be combined into a single layerl
You can double-click on the layer to enter edit object mode.
Note: It's not possible to "unflatten" a layer. If you've made a mistake, you can undo the action using the Keyboard shortcut:
- MacOS: ⌘ Command Z
- Windows: Ctrl Z
Or, restore a previous version of the file in your version history.
Outline stroke
When you use outline stroke, Figma will:
- Convert text layers from editable text to vector paths
- Not combine any objects or layers you selected into a single layer
To apply outline stroke:
- Right-click on the layer in the canvas.
- Select outline stroke.
Tip: Use a keyboard shortcut to apply Outline stroke to your selection:
- MacOS: Shift ⇧ ⌘ Command O
- Windows: Ctrl Shift O
When Outline stroke is applied, each glyph (or letter) converts to its own vector node—so you can edit each glyph individually.