“Focus Mode” could be a new feature in Figma that allows designers to work without the distraction of others inspecting their work in real-time. When activated, this mode will prevent others from seeing live changes and inspecting elements on the designer’s screen, providing a private workspace similar to locking a document.
Key Features:
- Activation Toggle: A simple toggle button in the Figma UI to turn Focus Mode on and off.
- Visual Indicator: A subtle visual cue (like a small icon or a colored border) indicating Focus Mode is active, visible only to the designer.
- Restricted Inspection: While in Focus Mode, other collaborators cannot inspect elements or see live changes. They will see a static view of the file before Focus Mode was activated.
- Notification System: When Focus Mode is activated, collaborators receive a notification explaining that the designer is in Focus Mode and that live updates and inspections are temporarily disabled.
- Granular Control: Options to allow certain collaborators (like trusted team members) to bypass Focus Mode restrictions if needed.
Benefits:
Increased Productivity: Designers can work without interruptions or the pressure of being watched.
Reduced Anxiety: less stress for designers knowing their work isn’t being scrutinised in real-time.
Improved Collaboration: Designers can choose when to share their progress, ensuring feedback is received at appropriate stages.