How do I explore framer interface and project basics?

# Step 1: Get Started with Framer 1. Sign up for a free account at [framer.com](https://www.framer.com). 2. Create a new project. 3. Watch 'Getting familiar with the Framer interface' (5:16) and 'The anatomy of a Framer project' (5:38) in [Framer Fundamentals](https://www.framer.com/academy/courses/fundamentals). 4. Practice interacting with layers: select elements on canvas, use Layers panel to rename and organize. 5. Key elements: Canvas, Layers panel, Properties panel, Assets panel. This builds your navigation foundation.

How do I master layouts with frames, stacks, and positioning?

# Step 2: Layout 101 1. Learn 'Thinking in frames', 'Stacks and relative positioning', 'Stacks vs grids' lessons (Layout 101 section). 2. Create frames: Insert > Frame or Cmd/Ctrl + F. 3. Use Stacks for responsive layouts: Select layers > Create Stack (horizontal/vertical). 4. Practice sizing: Fill, Fit content, Min/Max width/height. 5. Experiment with absolute, fixed, sticky positioning in Properties panel. **Pro Tip**: Stacks are key for responsive designs.

How do I add content and apply styling?

# Step 3: Content and Style 1. Lessons: 'Adding images, video, and text', 'Styling frames', 'Text properties', 'Intro to components'. 2. Insert content: Use Insert panel or Cmd/Ctrl + K. 3. Import from Figma: Copy layers > Paste in Framer. 4. Style: Select layer > Properties > Colors, Corner radius, Shadows. 5. Create component: Select group > Right-click > Create Component or Option+Cmd+K (Mac)/Ctrl+Alt+K (Win). 6. Expose properties: Create variables for text, colors in component editor.

How do I design responsive layouts with breakpoints?

# Step 4: Responsive Design 1. Complete 'Responsive Design 101' workshops: Fluid layouts (22:30), Breakpoints (19:02). 2. Enable breakpoints: Canvas toolbar > Add Desktop, Tablet, Mobile. 3. Make fluid: Use %/viewport units, Auto layout in stacks. 4. Test: Preview > Device previews. 5. Workshop practice: Build a hero section that adapts across devices.

How do I add interactions and publish your site?

# Step 5: Interactions and Launch 1. Take 'Animations and Interactions' course (2h35m). 2. Add hovers/transitions: Select layer > Interactions tab > Hover > Move/Scale. 3. Prepare publish: Lessons on site settings, domain, analytics. 4. Publish: Top-right Publish button > Connect custom domain if needed. 5. Test SEO/accessibility: Use built-in checker.

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Step-by-Step Guide

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Step 1: Get Started with Framer

Sign up for a free account at framer.com.
Create a new project.
Watch 'Getting familiar with the Framer interface' (5:16) and 'The anatomy of a Framer project' (5:38) in Framer Fundamentals.
Practice interacting with layers: select elements on canvas, use Layers panel to rename and organize.
Key elements: Canvas, Layers panel, Properties panel, Assets panel.

This builds your navigation foundation.

Why this step matters:

-Develops intuitive workflow for all future projects
-Enables quick experimentation without frustration

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Framer.com account, Web browser, Framer Academy

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Definition of Done

•Can navigate canvas, layers, and properties panels
•Explain anatomy of a Framer project in own words

Common Mistakes to Avoid

❌ Ignoring Layers panel for selection

→Always use Layers panel to select and organize elements precisely

❌ Skipping official intro lessons

→Complete Fundamentals welcome section first for best practices

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