AI for Designers (Figma)

Designers are not being replaced, but their workflows are speeding up 10x.

Figma Native AI

Figma is rolling out native AI features:

1. Search: "Find the login screen" search within your canvas.
2. Layer Renaming: Auto-rename "Frame 1232" to "Submit Button".
3. Content Population: Auto-fill cards with realistic names/photos instead of "Lorem Ipsum".

Top Plugins

1. Relume Library

Generates wireframes and site maps instantly.

• Workflow: Describe sitemap -> Export to Figma -> Export to Webflow/React.

2. Magician (by Diagram)

• Text to Icon: "A vector icon of a robot cat".
• Copywriting: "Rewrite this headline to be punchier".

3. Frontitude

AI copy management directly in Figma.

Design Workflow 2.0

1. Ideation: Midjourney for moodboards.
2. Wireframe: Relume/Figma AI.
3. High Fidelity: Human designer polishes.
4. Handoff: Figma Dev Mode (with AI explanations).