From d326950e368bfbd4f82cfdc93cdc83348dcfa7a7 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: Claude Date: Fri, 31 Jul 2026 16:16:32 +0000 Subject: [PATCH] Document the insert tool (F/T) for adding stacks and text --- .../docs/learn/design-mode/adding-elements.mdx | 15 +++++++++++++-- 1 file changed, 13 insertions(+), 2 deletions(-) diff --git a/packages/docs/learn/design-mode/adding-elements.mdx b/packages/docs/learn/design-mode/adding-elements.mdx index c644b516..22b9339e 100644 --- a/packages/docs/learn/design-mode/adding-elements.mdx +++ b/packages/docs/learn/design-mode/adding-elements.mdx @@ -3,7 +3,7 @@ title: Adding elements description: Add elements to your design using quick insert or drag-and-drop. --- -There are two main ways to add elements to your design in Subframe: quick insert and the insert panel. +There are a few ways to add elements to your design in Subframe: quick insert, the insert tool, and the insert panel. ## Method 1: Quick insert (recommended) @@ -31,7 +31,18 @@ You can also use these keyboard shortcuts after selecting an element: - Quick insert left: Ctrl + J - Quick insert right: Ctrl + L -## Method 2: Drag and drop from the Insert panel +## Method 2: Insert tool + +Press a shortcut to pick up an element, then click on the canvas to drop it in. + +1. Press F to pick up a **stack**, or T to pick up a **text** element +2. Move your cursor over the canvas—a dashed preview follows your cursor and a line marks where the element will be inserted +3. Click to place the element +4. Press V or Esc to return to the select tool without inserting + +Text elements enter edit mode as soon as they're placed, so you can start typing right away. + +## Method 3: Drag and drop from the Insert panel