Overview
What is Figma?
The Figma MCP server connects Claude with Figma, enabling Claude to create and edit designs directly in the Figma desktop app. It is for designers and developers who want to generate or modify Figma designs using natural language prompts.
How to use Figma?
Install the Figma plugin (Plugins > Development > Import plugin from manifest, selecting figma-plugin/manifest.json). Then edit the Claude desktop configuration file (claude_desktop_config.json) to add the Docker-based server command. Finally, open Claude and ask it to create or edit designs in Figma—for example, “Create a login screen in Figma.”
Key features of Figma
- Creates rectangles, circles, text, and frames
- Designs buttons, cards, and UI components
- Arranges layouts for web pages and apps
- Styles elements with colors, shadows, and effects
- Exports designs as images
Use cases of Figma
- Generate a login screen or sign‑up form in Figma
- Build a landing page layout with header, hero, and footer
- Design individual UI components like profile cards and navigation buttons
- Edit existing Figma designs by giving descriptive instructions
FAQ from Figma
What are the prerequisites for running the Figma server?
Node.js (>=16), npm, Docker, and the Figma Desktop app are required for the technical setup.
How do I connect Claude to Figma?
Install the Figma plugin from the repository, then add the Docker container configuration to your Claude desktop config file. The server runs automatically when Claude starts.
What can I create with this tool?
You can create rectangles, circles, text, frames, buttons, cards, complete wireframes, and page layouts, and apply styling like colors, shadows, and effects.
What should I do if Claude cannot connect to Figma?
Ensure the Figma plugin is running, the Claude configuration file is correctly set up, and restart both Claude and Figma if needed.
Is Docker required to use the Figma server?
Yes. The server is distributed as a Docker image, and the recommended setup runs it with the command docker run -i -p 9000:9000 --rm mcp/hs-figma.
