Make Responsive Design in Figma with Variables

Learn how to build a fully responsive Apple-style navigation bar in Figma using components, auto layout, and variables. No plugins required.

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Resources

Watch the Full Tutorial on YouTube

The tutorial covers:

• Start with atomic components and apply clean naming conventions

• Build navigation links, logo, and icons using auto layout

• Create color and device variables to handle backgrounds, spacing, and visibility

• Control navigation links and hamburger toggle with booleans

• Wrap everything into one component that adapts to desktop, tablet, and mobile

What You’ll Learn

1- Component Foundations

• Atomic elements, consistent naming, and reusable structures

2- Auto Layout for Navigation

• Alignment tricks like fill container for perfect positioning

3- Variables in Action

• Numbers, gaps, and booleans that drive responsive behavior

4- Device Modes

• Switching seamlessly between desktop, tablet, and mobile

5- Real-World Workflow Tips

• How to plan ahead so one component scales across multiple breakpoints