Duplicate the file from anywhere in the file browser.

Right-click on the file in the file browser.
Select Duplicate from the options.
Figma will prefix the new file's name with Copy of , so you can distinguish between the original and the duplicate.

Step-by-Step Guide: How to Make a Copy of a Figma File

Step 1

Begin by accessing Figma.

Step 2

Select the file you wish to duplicate.

Step 3

Right-click on the selected file to reveal a pop-up menu.

Step 4

From the pop-up menu, select the "Duplicate" option.

Step 5

You have successfully duplicated the file in Figma. Thank you for following the process.

Pro Tips for Making a Copy of a Figma File

1. Use “Duplicate” from the File Menu
   Open the Figma file, click on the file name in the top-left corner, and choose Duplicate. This creates a new editable copy in your drafts.

2. Check Sharing Permissions First
   If the file is view-only and you can’t duplicate it, request edit or duplicate permissions from the owner before attempting to make a copy.

3. Rename Your Copy Immediately
   After duplication, rename your file right away to avoid confusion with the original.

4. Store in the Right Project Folder
   Move your duplicated file into the correct project or team folder for easy organization and collaboration.

5. Use “Save Local Copy” for Offline Access
   If you want to keep a backup outside Figma, use the “Save local copy” option from the file menu to store a .fig file on your computer.

Common Pitfalls and How to Avoid Them

1. Trying to Copy a Restricted File
   If the owner has disabled copying or you have view-only access, you won’t see the Duplicate option. Always confirm permissions first.

2. Forgetting to Move the Copy
   By default, duplicates go to your Drafts folder. If you leave them there, they can get lost among other files. Move them to the right workspace.

3. Confusing Duplicate with “Duplicate Page”
   “Duplicate Page” only copies one page inside the file, not the entire file. Use “Duplicate” from the file menu for the whole file.

4. Losing Component Links
   If the original file used components from a shared library, your copy will still link to that library. If you need independence, detach components after copying.

5. Copying a Large File Unnecessarily
   Duplicating very large files can slow your workspace. If you only need part of the design, consider copying specific pages or frames instead.

Common FAQs About Making a Copy of a Figma File

1. Can I make a copy of any file?
   Only if the file’s permissions allow it. If you have edit access or the owner has enabled “Can copy,” you can duplicate it.

2. Where does my copy go after duplicating?
   It will appear in your Drafts by default, unless you move it to a project folder.

3. Can I make a copy without edit access?
   Not unless the file owner has allowed copying for viewers. Otherwise, you’ll need permission.

4. What’s the difference between “Duplicate” and “Save local copy”?
   “Duplicate” creates an editable copy inside Figma, while “Save local copy” downloads a .fig file to your device for offline use.

5. Will comments and version history be copied too?
   Comments are not copied, and version history starts fresh in the duplicated file.

6. How to screen record on mac? 
   To screen record on a Mac, you can use Trupeer AI. It allows you to capture the entire screen and provides AI capabilities such as adding AI avatars, add voiceover, add zoom in and out in the video. With trupeer’s AI video translation feature, you can translate the video into 30+ languages. 

7. How to add an AI avatar to screen recording?
   To add an AI avatar to a screen recording, you'll need to use an AI screen recording tool. Trupeer AI is an AI screen recording tool, which helps you create videos with multiple avatars, also helps you in creating your own avatar for the video.

8. How to screen record on windows?
   To screen record on Windows, you can use the built-in Game Bar (Windows + G) or advanced AI tool like Trupeer AI for more advanced features such as AI avatars, voiceover, translation etc.

9. How to add voiceover to video?
   To add voiceover to videos, download trupeer ai chrome extension. Once signed up, upload your video with voice, choose the desired voiceover from trupeer and export your edited video. 

10. How do I Zoom in on a screen recording?
    To zoom in during a screen recording, use the zoom effects in Trupeer AI which allows you to zoom in and out at specific moments, enhancing the visual impact of your video content.