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How Can I Open Figma From Browser to Desktop App?

Last updated on September 29, 2022 @ 9:47 am

If you’re a designer, chances are you’re using Figma to design your projects. It’s a great tool that allows for collaboration and real-time editing, which is why more and more people are using it.

But did you know that you can actually open Figma from your browser to the desktop app? Here’s how:

First, go to Figma’s website and sign in. Once you’re signed in, click on your profile picture in the top right corner and select “Preferences” from the drop-down menu.

On the Preferences page, scroll down to the “Advanced” section and toggle on the “Enable localhost server” option. This will allow you to access Figma from your browser.

PRO TIP: If you are not careful, it is possible to accidentally open the Figma desktop app from your browser. This can lead to data loss and other problems. Be sure to only open the Figma desktop app when you are sure you want to do so.

Once you’ve enabled the localhost server option, open your browser and type in “localhost:8888” into the address bar. This will take you to Figma’s interface.

From here, you can open any project you have saved on Figma. Simply click on the project you want to open and it will launch in the desktop app.

That’s all there is to it! Now you can easily switch between working in your browser and working in the desktop app without having to sign in each time. This is a great way to work if you prefer using the desktop app but need to collaborate with others who only have access to the web app.

How Can I Open Figma From Browser to Desktop App?

It’s easy – just go to Figma’s website and sign in. Then click on your profile picture in the top right corner and select “Preferences” from the drop-down menu. On the Preferences page, scroll down to the “Advanced” section and toggle on the “Enable localhost server” option. From here, you can open any project you have saved on Figma.

Dale Leydon

Dale Leydon

Sysadmin turned Javascript developer. Owner of 20+ apps graveyard, and a couple of successful ones.