figma-mcp-server

Generate React and Tailwind code from Figma frames via MCP.

7|2|Updated May 16, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/Aradotso/mcp-skills --skill figma-mcp-server
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: figma-mcp-server
Source: https://github.com/Aradotso/mcp-skills/tree/main/skills/figma-mcp-server
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Aradotso/mcp-skills --skill figma-mcp-server

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Connecting design work to implementation is slow when teams manually translate Figma frames into code and styling specs.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Generate code from Figma frames: Turn selected frames into structured UI code (React + Tailwind by default) so developers can implement faster.
  • Extract design tokens: Pull variables such as colors, spacing, and typography from Figma to keep styling consistent.
  • Use Code Connect mappings: Generate code using your real component implementations instead of generic markup, and optionally write updates back to the canvas (beta).
  • Visual grounding: Retrieve screenshots and metadata to disambiguate truncated or complex designs.

Quick Start

Tell your agent: implement this Figma design using its node URL and generate code that follows your tokens and component mappings.

Frequently Asked Questions about figma-mcp-server

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I generate code from Figma designs automatically?

You can generate code from Figma designs by providing a node URL to the agent, which retrieves design context and screenshots to produce structured UI code like React with Tailwind.

What is the best way to extract design tokens from Figma?

Extracting design tokens from Figma uses the get_variable_defs tool to pull variables like colors, spacing, and typography, ensuring your codebase styling remains consistent with the source design.

Can I generate code using my existing React components from Figma frames?

Yes, you can generate code using your existing React components by applying Code Connect mappings, which allow the agent to output your real component implementations instead of generic HTML markup.

How do I handle truncated or complex Figma designs during UI implementation?

To handle truncated or complex Figma designs, the Skill retrieves screenshots and metadata for visual grounding, disambiguating the design context so the agent can generate accurate code.

Does the Figma MCP server support writing code updates back to the canvas?

Yes, the Figma MCP server supports writing updates back to the canvas as a beta feature, allowing you to optionally synchronize generated code and component changes directly onto the Figma canvas.