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design Intermediate 21 lessons

Principle for Mac

Create high-fidelity interaction prototypes. Master timelines, drivers, and component logic to build realistic app demos.

When Figma prototypes aren't enough, designers turn to Principle. This Mac-only tool allows for complex, timeline-based animations and logic without code. You will learn to build scroll-based animations using Drivers, create complex component states, and fine-tune timing curves. We cover importing from Figma/Sketch and recording demos for stakeholders. Perfect for micro-interactions and testing realistic app feel before development begins.

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⏱️ 5-Minute Lessons (Bite-sized learning)
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Motion UI
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Complete Course Syllabus

  • 1
    Timeline Animation
    Keyframing properties for smooth transitions.
  • 2
    Drivers
    Controlling animation via scroll or drag gestures.
  • 3
    Components
    Creating reusable interactive elements with logic.
  • 4
    Importing Designs
    Workflow from Figma/Sketch into Principle.
  • 5
    Exporting
    Recording GIFs and videos for presentation.

Estimated completion time: 21 lessons • Self-paced learning • Lifetime access

Career Outlook

Estimated Salary
$90k - $130k

Career Paths

Interaction Designer $100k-$145k
Motion Designer $95k-$135k
Prototyper $110k-$150k

What You Will Learn

Build high-fidelity animated prototypes without code
Use Drivers to link animation playback to scroll position
Create component-based logic for complex states
Fine-tune easing curves for realistic motion
Record and share interactive demos with stakeholders

Skills You Will Gain

Principle Interaction Design Prototyping Animation Logic Motion Graphics

Who Is This For

Interaction Designers
Motion Designers
iOS Designers

Prerequisites

UI Design
Mac Computer

Principle for Mac FAQs

Mac only?

Yes, Principle is strictly macOS software.

Vs Protopie?

Principle is simpler/faster; Protopie is more logic-heavy.

Learning curve?

Low; very intuitive if you know Flash/Keynote.

Still used?

Yes, for rapid high-fidelity motion tests.

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