How to delete a Variable Mode in Figma

A step by step guide on removing a mode and all of its variables from a variables collection.

Oscar de la Hera Gomez
Written by Oscar de la Hera Gomez
First published on 08/10/2023 at 16:23
Last Updated on 08/10/2023 at 17:06
<p>A flower that represents Figma with the text "Delete a Variable Mode" beneath it.</p>

A step by step guide on removing a mode and all of its variables from a variables collection.

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Step One: Select the Collection

<p>A screenshot of Figma showing the Variables Window open. We have clicked the name of the collection of the top left of the variable window side bar. This opens a menu that allows you to change the selected collection.</p>

Open the variables window and select the collection in which you wish to delete a variable mode.

How to switch between Variable Collections in Figma

Step Two: Delete a Mode

<p>A screenshot of Figma that shows that if you right click a mode within the variables window, a menu will appear that allows you to click "Delete Mode." Click this menu option to delete the mode.</p>

Right click on the mode and click Delete mode.

Looking to learn more about things you can do with Variables or Figma ?

We recommend you check out our Figma Variables Guide or search our blog to find educational content on learning how to use Figma.

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