Resources

GitLab’s open-source design system.

Print out one of the provided origami patterns, or design a custom one, and follow the instructions to create your own little paper masterpieces.

“This is a simple mockup with a glass effect created from the video presentation of the new Microsoft tool, Office.”

Symbols and connectors for describing information architecture and interaction design. Originally thought of and conceived by Jesse James Garret.

Unofficial desktop application for Linux made with Electron.

Automatic daily backup of high-resolution images from Figma (.fig is not supported by the API yet). I thought that there could be a place for a 3rd-party tool like this when Cameron Moll couldn’t locate his Figma files.

Pixelic is a collaborative workspace for Figma users to sync Figma pages, manage frame-level versions, exchange feedback, and manage design tasks in one place. Post ​”When Figma isn’t enough for product teams” shares their vision on how a ​“third workplace” for Figma users could help designers save time and work better. Looks really promising.

Figurative brings the desktop-class editor experience from Figma to iPadOS. Compatible Magic Keyboard, Trackpad, or even Mouse.

A description of how Figma calculates font metrics, for font foundries and type designers.

Project showcasing and explaining The Unigrid System, created by Massimo Vignelli for U.S. National Park Service.

A collection of components for designing tables.

The Microsoft team just published four files of icons and components for their open design system, Fluent, on Android, iOS, and web.

Great demos of the most popular animations.

Templates and guides for printing from Figma in millimeters and inches.

Another great resource by Mixpanel: ​“a specific kit to quickly collaborate and chat with teammates in Figma, in context.”

Shared this with my kid and can’t wait to see what she will come up with.

So far, Atlassian shared their Foundations and Components packs.

Free and fully editable design system built in Figma.

Small utility to optimize and download Figma assets to your computer.

“Our converter allows you to open XD designs directly in Figma. All elements get converted 1:1.”