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How Do I Import an AI File Into Figma?

Last updated on September 29, 2022 @ 10:32 am

Artificial intelligence (AI) is playing an increasingly important role in the design industry. As AI tools become more sophisticated, they are being used to create more realistic and lifelike designs.

One of the most popular AI tools is Figma, which is used by designers to create vector illustrations, logos, and other graphics. Figma is also becoming increasingly popular for its ability to import AI files.

So how do you import an AI file into Figma? The first thing you need to do is open the AI file in Adobe Illustrator.

Then, select the artboard that you want to export and go to File > Export > Export As. In the Export As dialog box, choose SVG from the Format drop-down menu and click Export.

PRO TIP: When importing an AI file into Figma, be sure to select the “Use as new layer” option in the Import dialog box. Otherwise, your AI file will be imported as an image, and you will not be able to edit it.

Next, open Figma and click on the File menu in the top-left corner. From the drop-down menu, select Import > Import to Library. In the Import dialog box, select the SVG file that you exported from Adobe Illustrator and click Open.

Your AI file will now be imported into Figma as a vector graphic. You can then use all of Figma’s powerful vector editing tools to modify the design. For example, you can change the colors, resize elements, add animations, and more.

Conclusion:

Importing an AI file into Figma is a simple process that can be done in just a few steps. First, open the AI file in Adobe Illustrator and export it as an SVG file.

Then, open Figma and import the SVG file into your library. Your AI file will now be imported into Figma as a vector graphic that you can edit with all of Figma’s powerful vector editing tools.

Morgan Bash

Morgan Bash

Technology enthusiast and Co-Founder of Women Coders SF.