TalkToFigma

The Talk to Figma via Claude MCP server bridges the gap between a local Figma desktop instance and an AI assistant such as Claude. By exposing a rich set of Figma‑specific tools over the Model Context Protocol, it lets developers and designers issue natural language commands that are translated into concrete design actions. The server runs locally, communicating with Figma through a custom plugin and with Claude via standard input/output streams. This architecture removes the need for cloud‑based APIs or complex authentication flows, making it ideal for privacy‑concerned teams and rapid prototyping.

At its core, the server provides a collection of basic tools—document queries (, ), creation primitives (, , ), styling helpers (, ), and component operations (, ). These tools give Claude the ability to inspect the current Figma state and manipulate objects directly, enabling a conversational design workflow. The server also offers enhanced utilities such as , , and . These commands simplify common patterns, reduce round‑trips, and support batch operations that would otherwise require multiple calls.

Developers benefit from a seamless integration into existing AI pipelines. Once the MCP server is registered in Claude’s configuration, a user can simply type “Create a rectangle on the current frame with a blue fill” and see the shape appear instantly. For designers, this means turning textual design briefs into live mockups without leaving their conversation context. In a team setting, the same MCP can be used to fetch component libraries, validate design tokens, or automate repetitive layout tasks—all triggered from the same chat interface.

The server’s monitoring dashboard (default at http://localhost:3650) and detailed log files provide visibility into connection health, command latency, and error traces. This makes troubleshooting straightforward: developers can quickly verify that the Figma plugin is active, check for failed tool executions, and restart the integration if needed. The lightweight Node.js implementation (Node 14+ required) ensures compatibility across Linux, macOS, and Windows environments.

In summary, Talk to Figma via Claude turns a static design tool into an interactive AI‑powered workspace. By exposing Figma’s API through MCP, it unlocks a new class of conversational design assistants that can read, write, and iterate on visual assets in real time—streamlining workflows for both developers and designers.