The Problem: Friction in Freeform Brainstorming
In FigJam (and Figma Design), organizing loose assets requires too many clicks. Currently, if I have 20 images or stickies and want to reshape them from a 2x10 column to a 5x4 grid, I have to rely on "Tidy Up" (which is static) or manually move items.
The Solution: A Dynamic Reflow Handle
Please implement a direct manipulation handle on the selection box that allows us to drag to reflow content instantly.
Miro currently sets the gold standard for this: you select multiple items, grab the corner handle, and dragging it instantly reflows the grid (changing columns/rows dynamically).
Why "Auto Layout Wrap" Is Not the Answer
I know Figma technically has the layout engine to do this via Auto Layout Wrap. However, relying on the current Auto Layout workflow is inferior for brainstorming for three logical reasons:
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Interaction Cost (1 Action vs. 4 Actions):
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Miro: Select > Drag handle. (Done)
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Figma: Select >
Shift+A> Go to Property Panel > Click "Wrap" > Resize Frame. -
This breaks the "speed of thought" flow essential for whiteboarding.
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Cognitive Load:
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"Tidy Up" forces me to commit to a structure before I see it.
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Brainstorming requires exploring density and aspect ratios instantly. I need to see what a 4x5 grid looks like versus a 10x2 grid in real-time, without menu diving.
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Mode Switching:
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Whiteboarding relies on direct manipulation (canvas). Forcing users into the Property Panel (editor mode) pulls us out of the collaborative flow.
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You have the superior engine (Auto Layout). We just need the Direct Manipulation UI on the canvas to make it accessible at the speed of conversation.