Use Cases
- •Auto-generate UI layouts and design components from text prompts
- •Rename layers, adjust text tone, and remove backgrounds using built-in AI tools
- •Share design context with AI coding agents for developer handoff via MCP server
Integrations
SlackJiraMicrosoft TeamsVS Code (via plugins)
Pros
- +AI features are natively integrated into the design workflow, not bolted on
- +MCP server and Code Connect bridge the gap between design and development
- +Generous free tier includes 500 AI credits per month
Cons
- -AI credit limits are being enforced starting March 2026 — heavy users may run out
- -AI design generation is still early and produces basic layouts that need refinement
- -Full Organization features at $45/editor/mo is a significant cost for smaller teams
Quick Start
1. Go to figma.com and sign up or log into your account
2. Open a design file and access AI features from the toolbar or right-click context menu
3. Use AI to generate layouts, rename layers in bulk, or remove image backgrounds
4. Try the AI-powered 'Make a design' feature to generate UI from text descriptions
5. Use Dev Mode with Code Connect to share design specs with developers
Pricing
Free (Starter): 500 AI credits/month, 3 Figma files, unlimited FigJam files. Professional: $12/editor/mo (annual) — 3,000 AI credits/month, unlimited files. Organization: $45/editor/mo — 4,250 AI credits/month, SSO, advanced libraries. Enterprise: $75/editor/mo — 4,250 AI credits, dedicated support.