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Auto focus canvas when selecting layer

  • April 26, 2026
  • 2 replies
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reka404

Hello Figma Team,

I would like to request a feature where clicking a layer/frame in the left sidebar automatically centers or zooms the canvas to that selected object.

This would be very helpful for large projects with many layers and frames, making navigation much faster and more efficient.

Currently, users need to manually use shortcuts like Shift + 2 after selecting a layer.

Suggested option:

  • Add a preference setting: "Auto focus canvas when selecting layer"

Thank you.

2 replies

Nellya
  • Power Member
  • April 26, 2026

Hi, Figma already have this feature — just double click on the layer icon


reka404
  • Author
  • New Member
  • April 26, 2026

Yes, I know, but what I want is for it to be made automatic, meaning no double clicking.