Figma has become very slow

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Is anyone else experiencing that Figma is acting very sluggish?
Checking the memory, it’s not using that much and I don’t have very large files.

It lags when I hold down spacebar and move around, it lags when going from one page to another, it lags when I perform various tasks such as export components to SVG.

In general, it lags a lot.

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Hey @Steven6, thanks for reaching out—I understand how frustrating it can be when Figma feels slow. To get a clearer picture, could you provide some more details about the issue?

  • Does this happen in both the desktop app and the browser, or just one of them?
  • Have you tried clearing your cache? Here are the steps for the desktop app: https://help.figma.com/hc/en-us/articles/360040528973-My-files-are-not-opening#id.
  • Are there specific files where you notice the lag, or does it happen across all your files?
  • Is there any noticeable difference when you try Figma on another device or network?
  • Have you recently updated your operating system?

These details will help me narrow down the cause and find a solution for you!

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  • I only use the application and it occurs both on my work computer and home computer.
  • Yes, I did this on Friday, but today (Monday) it’s still lagging. Especially when I switch from one page to another and move around using Space + mouse down.
  • Across all files
  • No, same lag at home and at work on two different computers
  • Yes, it’s up to date
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Hey @Steven6, thanks so much for sharing those details!

I’ve created a support ticket on your behalf, and your ticket number is #1155355 for reference. Could you please download the Figma desktop app debug logs and share them with the support team to help us investigate further?

Someone from the support team will be in touch with you shortly, but please note that due to an increased volume of requests, there might be a slight delay.

Thank you for your patience!