Understanding FigJam: A Starter Guide for all

Beginner's Guide to FigJam – Explore Features with Step-by-Step Examples and Use Cases

1. Understandig FigJam

Date: 18/06/25

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What is FigJam?

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+ A collaborative online whiteboard by Figma

+ Designed for brainstorming, planning,
teaching, and real-time team collaboration

+ Accessible for both designers and non-
designers

3. Why Use FigJam?

a & + Easy and intuitive interface

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+ Ideal for remote teams and classrooms

+ Integrates seamlessly with Figma

4. Sticky Notes

Features

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+ Resizing and formatting (bold, bullets, etc.)

+ Brainstorming ideas for a project

5. Stamps & Emotes

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+ Emojis and custom icons

+ Attach to objects

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6. Ink Tools

Marker & Highligh

Features:

+ Sketching diagrams

+ Annotating text or objects

+ Highlighting feedback on a student project

7. Shapes & Connectors

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+ Predefined shapes (circle, rectangle, etc.)

+ Smart connectors with text

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+ Visualizing a user flow or system map

8. Sections

Drganize board into clear areas or topics

Features:

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+ Separate sections for planning,
brainstorming, and feedback

9. Al Tools in FigJam

Enhance interactivity and engageme

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+ Summarize or sort sticky notes

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+ Al-powered Jambot assistant

Example:

+ Auto-create a Gantt chart from a prompt

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