There — I’ve already named the tool for you.

I’ve loved seeing how Figma continues to reinvent not only how we create websites and applications, but also how we interact with the tools that shape them. We’ve watched people shift to Figma for presentations, and now, with Figma Draw, that evolution continues.

Of course, we all know we’re already using Figma for motion design — for prototyping and suggestive motion that brings interfaces to life. But it feels like it’s ready to evolve beyond that.

Cutting to the chase: I’ve been using Figma for motion graphics — website hero animations, social posts, and more. I honestly can’t stand how archaic Adobe Premiere and After Effects feel. The endless hidden menus, cryptic icons, and overly complex workflows for even the simplest motions are exhausting.

I truly believe Figma could create a motion design and editing tool — something lighter than After Effects (at least for now) — that empowers us to export videos, loops, and simple animations directly over video footage. Right now, I’m literally screen-recording my Figma animations, then trimming them in Premiere just to crop edges and refine the in/out points.

If you ever decide to build it, I’d love to help (shameless plug). I can already imagine it: Figma Animate — a natural next step in your suite of creative tools.

Best,
C