1. Variable/Library Connection in Prototyping Overlay Backgrounds
While Figma Libraries and Variables are brilliant tools, I noticed a gap:
Buried Access: Picking colors from the library for overlay backgrounds is buried under multiple clicks and is not intuitive.
Static Colors: Even after picking a library color, it behaves statically (just a hex/opacity). This means if the library color changes, the prototype overlay doesn’t reflect that update.
Suggestion:
Provide an upfront, dynamic option to pick colors from the library directly in the prototype panel. If the library is updated, the overlay should also automatically update.


2. No Memory of Overlay Background Colors
For multiple overlays in a prototype, I have to set the background color manually for each one. While Figma remembers certain settings like Smart Animate (e.g., it retains the last-used easing and duration, reducing repetitive effort), it does not do this for colors. The overlay background color always defaults to #000000 25%, requiring manual updates every single time.
Suggestion:
If variable connection is not provided, at least introduce persistent memory for overlay settings or connect them to the library to eliminate redundancy.


3. Lack of Variable connection for Prototyping values
Numbers like duration, easing, and animation types in the prototype panel don’t have a variable connection. While it remembers the last-used values (like “Ease In and Out” with “800ms”), global edits are impossible. Changing settings after client feedback means repetitive manual updates across multiple prototypes.
Suggestion:
Allow users to link prototyping values to variables, enabling global adjustments to animation types and durations.


Suggestion:
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Why This Matters:
These changes would save designers significant time, eliminate repetitive tasks, and enhance prototyping efficiency.

I’ve created a PDF with detailed explanations of the current state and my suggestions. Check out the PDF on below LinkedIn Page.

https://www.linkedin.com/feed/update/urn:li:activity:7286076070041182208