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Can You Convert Figma to React?

Last updated on September 29, 2022 @ 9:08 am

Figma is a vector-based design tool that’s used by many designers to create interfaces for web and mobile apps. React is a popular JavaScript library for building user interfaces.

So, can you convert Figma to React?

The short answer is yes, but it’s not as simple as exporting your Figma design as a React component. There are a few things you need to do first.

PRO TIP: Please be aware that Figma to React is a converter tool and not a design tool. It is not possible to convert Figma files to React code. If you are looking to create React code from scratch, please use a design tool such as Sketch or Adobe XD.

First, you need to export your Figma design as an image. To do this, go to File > Export > Image in the Figma app. Then, open the image in an image editor like Photoshop or Sketch and use the “slice” tool to create individual images for each component in your design.

Once you have your component images, you can then create React Components for each one. For each component, you’ll need to create a JavaScript file and a CSS file. The JS file will contain the React code for your component and the CSS file will contain the styles for your component.

To learn more about how to convert Figma to React, check out this tutorial.

The bottom line is that while it is possible to convert Figma designs into React code, it is not as simple as just exporting an image. There are a few steps involved and some knowledge of React is necessary. However, with a little effort it can be done!

Kathy McFarland

Kathy McFarland

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