News and Updates

As shared in December, AI credits are included with every seat and reset monthly. Starting March 11, we’re rolling out new ways for teams to purchase additional credits before we begin to enforce credit limits on March 18. March 11–12: New ways to purchase AI creditsStarting March 11 (rolling out through March 12), admins will be able to purchase additional AI credits, if your team exceeds the AI credits included in your plan:Ongoing subscription: Purchase a monthly package of credits for your plan. When a user reaches their seat credit limit, usage draws from the subscription credit pool. Pay-as-you-go billing: Only pay for credits as you use them, up to a monthly spending limit. Charges are added to your next invoice.Pay-as-you-go is available now for Organization and Enterprise plans. It will be available for the Professional plan in May 2026.Read more about purchasing and managing AI credits in our Help Center.  March 18: Credit limits will be enforcedBeginning March 18, AI credit

Hello everyone!At Schema 2025, we introduced slots, a new way to make components easier to customize while decreasing design system maintenance. Since then, we’ve partnered closely with customers to refine slots based on real workflows and feedback.Slots unlock dynamic components instances — from adding another menu option, button, or even an icon to your instances, without detaching.Slots are great for:Components with repeating elements, like task lists or tabs. Components that are frequently customized, like cards or modals. Simplifying bloated design systems by decreasing variants or hidden layers. Reducing detaches so instances continue receiving updates from the main component.Read our blog post or learn more in the help center.

ICYMI, a recap of Release Notes EP-006In our latest Release Notes livestream, we covered the latest updates across our products, a live Q&A with Figma’s Chief Product Officer, and more—including a new way to work in Figma. Riff on the canvas in Design, prototype with Make, get feedback in FigJam (and build with Figma MCP server and Claude Code).That’s not all! We covered some new announcements:Easier color variable binding — Quickly find variables and styles directly in the color field, with smarter results as you type. Learn more here.Draw features available for plugin developers —  Access Figma Draw features like text on a path, dynamic strokes, and more to make plugins even more powerful. Learn more here.Slots — We announced that we are rolling out to open beta on March 5th!

Tune in on Feb 25th at 9:00am PT / 12:00pm ET for the latest updates across our products, a Q&A with Figma’s Chief Product Officer, and a Config ticket giveaway (Be there live for a chance to win!) You won’t want to miss it.
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Yesterday, we launched the ability to Vectorize images in Figma Design and Draw! 🚀 

You can now turn static images into editable vectors with a new AI image tool, Vectorize. Bring hand-drawn sketches, old PNG icons, real-world textures, and more onto the canvas. Then recolor, scale, and refine them to create more expressive designs.To get started, select an image on the canvas and click “Vectorize” in the AI image editing toolbar or in the Actions menu in Figma Design or Draw.Learn more about this new feature.

We’re excited to share that Glass is officially out of beta 🎉

Along with this milestone, we’re launching several improvements that give you more flexibility and control when working with the Glass effect in Figma.
What’s new with Glass 🆕
Add Glass to anything including any object, shape, or text, not just a frame. Design Glass with non-uniform corners and precisely round each corner radius. Use the Splay property to control how light bends around an object’s edges Apply variables to Glass properties to easily connect to your design system.Learn more about these new glass updates. If you don’t see the updates yet, don’t worry - these updates will begin to roll out today and continue gradually over the next few weeks. You’ll get an in-product pop-up as soon as you have access.We can’t wait to see what you build with Glass now that it’s out of beta! 

Understanding AI credits Starting today and rolling out over the next week, we’re bringing more transparency to understanding and using your AI credits across Figma products! Every seat in Figma includes AI credits. The number of AI credits and what features you can use them with depends on your plan and seat type. Credits reset monthly and don’t roll over.Viewing your seat creditsYou can now view how many credits you’ve used, how many credits you have remaining, and when they’ll reset directly in your file menu:We’ve also introduced a new AI credits page for admins on paid plans to track AI usage across their plan. Read more about managing AI credits as an admin in our Help Center.AI credit consumption by featuresEvery time you run an AI action, it consumes a number of credits based on factors such as the type of AI action, complexity of your request, and the model used. Credit consumption rates are now shared in our Help Center. Credit usage for each feature may change as models are

Hello everyone!We’ve made grids more responsive with new ways to size and adapt columns and rows, letting your content drive your layout:Hug: Grids, columns, and rows automatically resize when their content does Fractional units: Set columns and rows to a portion of the available space to keep layouts consistent as they scaleYou can also fine-tune layouts more easily:Columns and rows in the properties panel: View, edit, and bulk-adjust columns and rows directly in the properties panel Keyboard control: Move objects within the grid using your keyboardHit play to explore the workflow step-by-step: Try these updates live in the grid playground and go deeper in Figma Learn: Use the grid auto layout flow.

Designers can now create blogs, portfolios, and events pages featuring dynamic content that's easy to update. New features include:Add, edit, and publish content quickly without updating designs Connect lists and entire pages to CMS collections Get started quickly with pre-connected blocksLearn more about Figma Sites CMS in our help center or check out the Figma Sites playground file for an interactive tutorial.

We announced new design systems features that drive consistency across design, code, and more. Nimble by designExtended collections — Manage and scale multi-brand design systems. Rolling out in November. Learn more here. Slots — Create more customizable components that reduce design system maintenance and increase adoption. Apply for early access. Learn more here. Check designs — Audit your designs for layers that should use styles or variables and easily apply them. Apply for early access. Learn more here.Codebase contextFigma MCP server — Bring Figma context to AI agentic development. Turn Figma Designs, Figma Makes, and FigJam files into production applications quickly. Now expanding to Starter with 6 free MCP calls per month. Rolling out this week. Learn more here. Code Connect — An improved interface and new Code Suggestions help users map components in one click. Connected components now have guidelines and example code from source files. Rolling out this week. Learn more here.Bu

Hey everyone! We’ve got some great news🎉 Your marketing workflow just got more streamlined, from template to final asset, with these three new features in Figma Buzz:Configurable marketing templates: Set up and publish templates using component properties, giving your marketing teams an easy way to browse and switch between template variations and customize them to their needs without going off-brand. Video trimming: Edit videos directly in Buzz by trimming them to the perfect length before finalizing your assets. Plugins: Access your favorite tools, such as a DAM or TMS, or publish your own plugins either to the Figma community or privately for your team.Check out our Shortcut post for more detail.Learn more about Figma Buzz and how to use each feature in our help center.

Following our recent accessibility updates on Sites, we’re introducing over 15 accessibility improvements across Figma Design, FigJam, Figma Slides. This is part of our continued commitment to making Figma more accessible for everyone. Our recent improvements expand keyboard-only controls, improve screen reader reliability, and give you more ways to work.More keyboard-only controls. You can now complete more actions with your keyboard, from designing and editing to leaving feedback (with screen reader support).Canvas keyboard controls Rotate objects, draw and adjust lines, and open and tab through links Resize presenters notes and adjust writing tone with AI in Figma Slides Add, remove, and reorder tables in FigJam Add and adjust stamps, votes, and washi tape in FigJam Navigate through canvas objects like AI summaries and embedded links and videos in FigJam Select and adjust marker lines and highlighter strokes in FigJam Add, remove, and edit ruler guides in Figma Design and Dev

We are making some important updates to our Figma Education plan, including to our verification process.Higher Education usersWe are excited to be rolling out our new product, Figma Make, to the Education plan for higher education users over the next week! In order to gain access to Figma Make, as well as maintain your current access to Education teams, higher education users will need to re-verify that they are a current student or staff member (even if you recently verified). Please visit figma.com/education/apply to re-verify. If you don’t re-verify your status by Sept 29th, your Education teams will be converted to Starter teams and you will lose access to Professional plan features. High School usersIn order to maintain your current access to Education teams, High School users need to re-verify that they are a current student or staff member with their school domain. Please visit figma.com/education/apply to re-verify. If you don’t re-verify your status by Sept 29th, your Educatio

We've added three new beta features for the Figma MCP server and Code Connect. Now users can access our MCP server from anywhere, incorporate Make file resources, and more easily connect Figma components to components in code. Launching today:Remote Access: Access the MCP server from anywhere, no desktop app required. Connect to our new remote endpoint and pass in a Figma URL to start gathering context. Retrieve Make Resources: Move from prototype to production. Use the Figma MCP server to retrieve code resources directly from Make files and use them as context for your agentic workflow. Code Connect UI (beta): Introducing a new UI for creating Code Connect mappings between your codebase and Figma components. Connect directly to your GitHub repository and connect code files with a single click. Available on Org and Ent seats.Learn more about our MCP server and Code Connect.

We’re excited to share that Figma Sites is now available for all Starter and Education users! 🎉Along with that, we’ve rolled out a bunch of updates to help you share, customize, and reach more people with your work. Here’s what’s new: 🎨 Custom FontsYou asked for them. You can now upload and use custom fonts (WOFF/WOFF2). [Learn more →] ♿ Accessibility UpgradesMaking your Sites inclusive just got easier: New ARIA properties to improve screen reader support. A handy toggle to visualize semantic tags right in the layer tree. Accessibility settings are now simpler to find and adjust in the properties pane. [Learn more →]   🔒 Private PublishingKeep your work secure with new password options: Paid plans can add passwords to published Sites and Makes. Enterprise admins can require passwords across the board. Org + Enterprise admins can limit published Sites/Makes to your org only. [Learn more →] 🔗 Smarter LinkingAdding links is faster than ever with shortcuts and pre-selects like

We know how important community is to all of you, and we’ve heard your feedback!💡The Community tab is back in the file browser, making it easier to access your favorite public templates and tools.We’ve also introduced a new Resources tab in the file browser under your team space. Here, you’ll find templates published internally by your teammates — visible only to your team.See the illustration below: before (left) and after (right), highlighting the updates side by side.Before (left) and after (right) — showing the updates side by side.Learn more in our new guide: Find and use templates and resources from your team or organization.Thanks for continuing to share your feedback and helping us shape these updates! 🎯

Welcome to the first ever global Figma Make-a-thon, hosted by Contra!!!🌟 The challenge: Build something amazing with Figma Make!🗯️ The reward: $100k in prizes, including a $50,000 grand prize 🏆 Register now to receive a Figma Professional plan for the duration of the hackathon, and submit your entry between Sept. 3 and Sept. 10, 2025 at 11:59pm PST to be eligible to win ‼️🤩 If you have any questions about the event, please email hello@contra.com.

You can now restrict access to published Sites and Makes for internal reviews, client sharing, and pre-launch work with new password protection.Learn more about password protection for Sites & Makes.

Here’s everything we launched in July 2025! 🚀Figma DrawSimplify vectorSimplify your vectors by reducing the number of points along a path.Offset vectorTurn up the volume on your designs by expanding or contracting the outline of a shape with offset vector.Figma DesignVariables for grid gaps/paddingApply variables to grid gaps to keep layout spacing consistent and easier to maintainReflow in properties panelWhen columns or rows are removed in the properties panel, contents now automatically shift to the nearest row or column.Item swapSelect multiple objects and instantly swap their positions (only when objects take up the same number of cells).Keyboard canvas controlsFigma's new accessibility features bring better keyboard and screen reader support to all creators. These new controls complement Figma's existing keyboard shortcuts to enable mouse-free design and collaboration with easy navigation across the canvas.Dev Mode MCP beta updatesWe continue to add enhancements to the Dev Mode

Mark your calendar! 📆 Join us Thursday, July 31 at 8am PT / 11am ET for our next Release Notes Livestream.​@miggi and friends from the Figma team and will demo new updates across all of our products. It’s a packed show—you don’t want to miss it! ✨👉 Register now!

Figma Make, an AI-driven prompt-to-prototype tool, was one of the products launched during Config 2025. Since then users on a Full seat have been bringing their ideas to life faster than ever!Now, we are rolling Figma Make out to Starter and all seats on paid plans. The rollout will happen gradually over the next few weeks. Continue reading for answers to possible questions you might have.If you have any other questions or would like to share feedback, feel free to drop a comment in Feedback: Figma Make rollout to Starter and all seats on paid plans Common questionsFind the full list of common questions here. What is Figma Make?Figma Make is an AI-driven, prompt-to-prototype tool that lets you bring ideas and existing Figma designs to life as functional prototypes, web apps, and interactive UI.You can use the AI chat to start with your designs and content from the Figma Community to create your functional prototypes and web apps.To learn more, see Explore Figma Make. When will I get ac

Figma Sites now supports apex domains and custom subdomains so that you have more options for personalizing your URL.Apex domain: Connect root domains (like example.com) to your Figma Site, with optional redirects between apex domains and www subdomains. Custom subdomain: Personalize your URL like yourname.figma.site and make it easier to integrate with any existing domains.  Learn more about setting up domains in Figma Sites here.

Figma Draw, a new set of tools for more expression Figma Draw lets you access illustration tools like brushes, transforms, and visual effects, directly inside a Figma Design file.Enhanced vector editing: Create more precise and detailed vector illustrations with new tools like shape builder, lasso, and multi-edit Text on a path: Create text layers that follow any vector path Pattern fills: Add patterns to a layer’s fill or stroke Brushes: Get creative with a variety of brush strokes New effects: Add texture and noise for a subtle grainy effect Dynamic stroke: Customize the frequency and the wiggle of strokesGet illustrating with Figma Draw. ✍️ Got thoughts on Figma Draw? Drop them in the Share Your Feedback category.  Grid, responsive layouts made easy Grid is a new option within auto layout that allows you to create two dimensional layouts like galleries, bento boxes, and common web layout patterns. Use grid to build responsive layouts that flow both horizontally and vertically.New au

👋 Hey everyone!The countdown is on — Config kicks off soon and we're excited to see what’s ahead. In case you missed it, the in-person events in San Francisco and London are sold out — but you can still tune in for free virtually. 🎉Here’s everything you’ll need to follow along: 🎟️ Register to attend virtually → 🌐 Join a Config watch party near you → 📅 Explore the agenda in the official Config site → 💡 Check out the Config FAQs →Make sure to also keep an eye out on X (formerly Twitter) and LinkedIn — the #Config2025 tag will be buzzing.What to watch for:New tools, fresh ideas, and keynote announcements Breakout sessions focused on workflows, support, community, and building better experiences Tips and tricks you can bring back to your teams (or sneak into your next project) For a refresher, check out the post covering everything announced last year: What's NEW at Config 2024?See you all soon — online or in person at the event! We’ll check back in here next Wednesday with a recap o

A new course to learn Figma DesignWe are excited to announce that our brand new course, Figma Design for beginners, is now available!We made this course to help anyone and everyone get started using Figma Design. Throughout this course, we’ll cover the basics like text, shapes, and frames, and dig into exciting features like auto layout, components, boolean operations, and prototyping.By the end, you’ll walk away with a portfolio website design that you can personalize to fit your work, and the skills needed to start bringing your own ideas to life. Who is it for?We designed Figma Design for beginners to have something for everyone. Whether you’re just starting out, or if you’re already familiar with Figma Design, you’ll find tips and tricks that will take your designs to the next level. What’s new?Some of you may have taken our original Figma for Beginners course. It was a great resource that helped over 3 million learners get started with Figma, but as our community has grown, so has