Figma and Webflow are two powerful tools used by designers and developers to create beautiful and functional websites.

Figma is a popular design tool that allows designers to create high-fidelity mockups, wireframes, and prototypes, while Webflow is a no-code website builder that empowers designers to create fully functional websites without writing a single line of code.

In this article, we will explore how to export designs from Figma and import them into Webflow so that designers can turn their beautiful designs into functional websites without writing any code.

We will cover the steps required to export designs from Figma and import them into Webflow, but first of all, I will explain why I like using Webflow more than any other no-code website builder out there, and then we will jump straight into the export process. So, let’s get started.

Why do I Like Using Webflow?

Webflow is a popular no-code tool that empowers designers to create fully functional websites without writing a single line of code. I like using it for many reasons, but below are a few of them:

Intuitive drag-and-drop interface for easy website design

Offers a wide range of pre-built templates and components for faster design

Provides advanced customization options for more advanced design needs

A comprehensive suite of features for hosting, analytics, and e-commerce

One-stop-shop for creating and managing websites

Enables designers to create responsive and visually stunning websites with ease

A great option for designers without coding skills or technical expertise.

My Process of Exporting Figma to Webflow

Previously, after designing the website on Figma, I exported the graphic elements to my Mac and then uploaded them into the assets in Webflow.

But now, in 2023, I am using the plugin recently launched by Webflow itself, where you can simply copy the design from Figma and paste it into Webflow, which is pretty simple and great to use.

The only requirement is that you know how to create a design in Figma using Auto Layout.

If you don’t know about auto layout, check out the tutorial from Figma:

About the Plugin: Figma to Webflow

As previously stated, it is very simple to use and set up. I will cover two basic aspects of this plugin, namely layouts and structures, by which you can create an incredible website in Figma that requires no to little additional editing before being exported to Webflow.

1. Layouts

As the name suggests, these are a collection of pre-built layouts and wireframes that you can add to Figma and then edit further according to your needs and wants.

This simplifies things because everything is already organized in the Auto Layout design and you don't need to create anything else. In the future, the plugin will add more and more of it to make things easier for us.

2. Structures

Structures are the frames or containers in which the layouts will be added. If you know a little about Webflow basics, you’ll understand them very easily. basically the structure includes columns and rows just like HTML’s div, columns, rows, tables, etc.

Recommended Video by Nikolai Bain

I like the way he explained the plugin with the help of an example, and then he showed how you can export the design. must watch.

My #3 Steps to Export any Figma Design to Webflow

In summary, I export using the plugin in three steps, and for this article, I've created a simple blog page to demonstrate my process in simple terms, so let's get started.

#1 Creating Design with Auto Layout

For this plugin to work properly, you have to create your complete design using Auto Layout, so for those people who don’t know what Auto Layout is, watch this Videoand for the other folks, I will share a tip, i.e., use the plugin’s layout section as all the wireframes within it are already designed using Auto Layout.

#2 Naming the Layers

Naming the layers is worth it, as this plugin converts the name into the Webflow classes; for those who don’t know about classes, watch the tutorial from Webflow itself from the playlist by clicking here.

#3 Exporting Design Using Plugin

After that, you just have to copy the design by selecting the frame, select the project you want to export to, and paste (CTR+V or CMD+V) the design into the body section.

If you have an existing design, delete it below the body and then paste the design there.

Try it out Yourself

There is no better way to learn than to try things out for yourself, and through trial and error, you'll learn new things on your own, as there are many updates coming and it's better to learn things on your own so you don't always need to read the blog to learn about that plugin.

I recommend you check out the official Webflow Youtube channel and Webflow Blogs.

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