Difference between Code Connect and Code Snippet Editor

Hi @Aniket_Bhadane, Thanks for reaching out about Code connect. I’m delighted to hear of your interest in Code Connect!

When using Code Connect, Figma’s Dev Mode will display true-to-production code snippets from your design system instead of autogenerated code examples.
For more details, I’d recommend checking out these resources:

• figma/code-connect
• Figma Developers - Code Connect
• Guide to Dev Mode - Code Connect
• Use code snippets in Dev Mode - Code Connect

I hope these provide some clarity for you!

Just as a heads-up, you might already know but Code Connect is currently in beta and is available on Organization and Enterprise plans. It also requires a full Design seat or Dev Mode seat.

Thanks again for reaching out!

Doesn’t Code Snippet Editor do the same? The question was what’s the difference, not what code connect is. These chatgpt responses are very strange.

Code Snippet Editor does the same. How is Code Connect different from it? Agree with @Gleb

Hi there, I apologize for misunderstanding the content of your question and for quoting the Readme of this page: GitHub - figma/code-connect: A tool for connecting your design system components in code with your design system in Figma

I just want to confirm, when you say Code Snippet Editor, you are referring to this plugin, right?

I’ll contact our internal team about this and will provide an update once we have more information.

Thanks,

Yes @Junko3 , that’s the Code Snippet Editor

Hi @Junko3 , wanted to check if there’s any update on this?

Its strange no one has got back on this topic!

@Junko3

Hello there, we appreciate your patience.

Code Connect and plugins like Code Snippet Editor are both tools to customize the code output in Dev Mode. But they’re slightly different, and one might be better for your use case than the other.

With Code Connect, code snippets reside within your own codebase, ensuring their accuracy by utilizing real components.
This setup facilitates easy collaboration and ensures that code snippets remain up-to-date as your codebase evolves, as any team member can update the associated documents and see connected code snippets in Dev Mode.
Code Connect might be right for you if you’re willing to invest a little more for easier onboarding and adoption overall.

Code Snippet Editor (and other similar codegen plugins) generate component code, but don’t actually connect to your codebase.
Plugins do not require any setup and are really easy to use as an individual designer or developer. It’s a great option if you want to try out the usefulness of more customized code or are maybe working with a framework not currently supported by Code Connect.

We hope this provides more clarity.