Figma
Figma is a collaborative design and product development platform.
It is used to create interface designs, shared component libraries, visual systems, and related handoff workflows for digital products.
What it does
- Creates interface and product design files in the browser
- Supports shared libraries, components, and team collaboration
- Helps teams work with design systems and structured visual workflows
- Connects design work with prototyping, review, and implementation workflows
Common use cases
- Designing product interfaces and screens
- Managing a design system
- Sharing reusable UI components across projects
- Preparing assets and specs for frontend implementation
Practical notes
- Figma is broader than a single mockup tool.
- It belongs near components, design systems, frontend implementation, and collaborative product workflows.
- FigJam is the whiteboarding part of the wider Figma ecosystem, not the same thing as core design files.
Sources Used
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Figma only for designers?
No. Designers use it heavily, but developers, product managers, and other collaborators also use it in review and handoff workflows.
Is FigJam the same as Figma?
No. FigJam is a related collaboration and whiteboarding product within the broader Figma ecosystem.