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THE FUTURE OF DESIGN IS CODE AND CANVAS

figma.com2 min read

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Figma now lets users send work from Claude Code directly into fully editable Figma layers by installing the Figma MCP and typing a simple command. The company argues that the design canvas is better suited than code editors for exploring multiple possibilities, comparing approaches, and refining details. This new workflow reflects a shift from linear design-to-code processes toward starting anywhere and using Figma as the central hub.