What Is a Wireframe? + How to Create One
February 21, 2025
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Learn the fundamentals of wire-framing
Use Figma for digital wire-framing
Learn about design collaboration with Figma
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In this 1.5 hours guided project, you will learn the fundamental principles of wire-framing. Then you will learn the basic techniques of using Figma to create a wireframe for a pizza restaurant. Finally you will learn how to share your work with stakeholders and refine your design with them.
An account with Figma is required for this project. If you do not already have an account. You can create a free account with Figma. To make your learning experience smoother, please do so prior to starting the project.
In a video that plays in a split-screen with your work area, your instructor will walk you through these steps:
Task 1: Overview and create the design file
Task 2: Create the outer frame, hero and add color
Task 3: Finish the hero with the business name and tagline
Optional: After Task 3 Assessment
Task 4: Add the array of pizza dishes
Task 5: Make it interactive
Optional: After Task 5 practice
Task 6: Share it with team members and clients
Optional: Cumulative challenge
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