I’m new to Figma and struggling with gradient masking. I watched tutorials and followed the steps to apply a gradient effect, but nothing happens. I placed a mask shape beneath my image, selected both layers, pressed the mask button, and then chose the mask shape from the layers panel to apply a fill gradient. However, the image remains unchanged. What step might I be missing or what setting should I adjust?
As someone who’s worked extensively with Figma, I can relate to your frustration. One common mistake I’ve encountered is not having the mask layer directly below the image layer in the layer stack. Make sure your mask shape is positioned immediately beneath the image you want to mask.
Another crucial step is to ensure you’re applying the gradient to the mask shape itself, not the image. After creating the mask, select the mask shape in the layers panel, then apply the gradient fill to that shape.
If you’ve double-checked these steps and it’s still not working, try toggling the ‘Clip content’ option in the design panel when the mask group is selected. Sometimes this can resolve visibility issues.
Lastly, remember that the gradient’s opacity affects the masking effect. If your gradient is set to 100% opacity throughout, you might not see any change. Adjust the opacity stops in your gradient to achieve the desired effect.
hey, ive had similar issues before. make sure ur mask layer is right under the image layer. also, double check that ur applying the gradient to the mask shape, not the image itself. if that doesnt work, try messing with the ‘Clip content’ option. hope this helps!
I’ve been using Figma for a while now, and gradient masking can be tricky at first. One thing that often gets overlooked is the fill type of the mask shape. Make sure it’s set to ‘Fill’ and not ‘Stroke’ in the properties panel. Also, check that your mask shape is actually visible - sometimes it can be set to 0% opacity or have no fill color.
Another tip: try using a simple shape like a rectangle for your mask initially, just to get the hang of it. Once you’ve got that working, you can move on to more complex shapes. And don’t forget to play around with the gradient’s angle and position - sometimes small adjustments can make a big difference in how the mask appears.
If all else fails, try restarting Figma. I’ve had instances where the app needed a fresh start to apply certain effects correctly. Keep at it - once you get the hang of it, gradient masking becomes a powerful tool in your design arsenal.
I’ve encountered this issue before. One thing to check is the blending mode of your mask layer. Sometimes it’s set to ‘Pass through’ by default, which can prevent the gradient from showing up. Try changing it to ‘Normal’ and see if that helps.
Another potential problem could be the color space of your gradient. Ensure you’re using RGB colors instead of HSL or HEX. RGB tends to work more consistently with masks in Figma.
If you’re still having trouble, try creating a new file and recreating the mask there. Occasionally, Figma can have glitches that are resolved by starting fresh. Don’t forget to save your work frequently to avoid losing progress.