Figma adds agent workflows, canvas code layers and Specs

Figma is launching Specs, a container for context on the Figma canvas.[2] A Spec can embed a FigJam file, a frame or any node from the canvas, and bring written intent, visual explorations and technical details together.[2] Figma says that context is meant to guide agents from prototype to production.[2] Specs began rolling out in open beta on web, desktop and mobile for paid plans.[2]

Teams can explore and build prototypes backed by code on the canvas.[3] Figma says a supported, lightweight prototyping codebase can be imported from GitHub or a local folder, then used to build on screens and interactions.[3] Code layers entered open beta and are available on all plans.[1] On paid plans, creating and editing code layers was free through November 4, 2026.[3] The reported results were 30% faster iteration and feature development, and 50% less documentation, such as interaction specifications on tickets.[3]

Figma says files can help capture information agents cannot infer from library assets, including established patterns and anti-patterns.[4] Guidelines are available on Professional, Organization and Enterprise plans.[4] Figma also said code sources from GitHub repositories or npm packages can help agents build and edit components and code layers; that capability was starting in closed beta.[1] A system map helps track changes and dependencies.[1] Figma says its MCP updates reduce errors and token usage and help agents complete tasks more efficiently and reliably.[1] It also said teams could generate code layers and work with Specs from the AI tools they already use.[1]

Figma said it was launching 20 new MCP partner integrations.[1] TechCrunch reported that Figma’s MCP supported more than 20 new tools, including Open Code, Dia, Grok Bot and Indian startup Sarvam.[5] Figma also brought Payload’s capabilities to Figma Make for creating, managing and shipping web apps.[1] The company says Payload lets marketing teams manage content without access to source code or engineers’ time.[1] Payload was available on all plans, with access rolling out to accounts over the following weeks.[1] Figma said Payload downloads had grown sixfold in the previous 12 months.[1] Separately, TechCrunch reported that Figma had made its on-canvas agent available to a wider user base in the preceding week.[5]