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How Do You Use Libraries in Figma?

Last updated on September 29, 2022 @ 12:51 am

Libraries in Figma are a great way to keep your design system organized and consistent. There are two ways to use libraries in Figma:

1. As a central repository for your design system

Libraries can be used as a central repository for your design system. This is helpful if you have multiple team members working on the same design system. Libraries can be used to store components, colors, typography, and other assets. Libraries can also be used to version control your design system. This is helpful if you need to roll back to a previous version of your design system.

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2. As a way to share components between projects

Libraries can also be used as a way to share components between projects. This is helpful if you have multiple projects that share the same design system.

Libraries can be used to store components, colors, typography, and other assets.

3. As an organizational tool for yourself or your team

Libraries can also be used as an organizational tool for yourself or your team. This is helpful if you have a lot of assets in your design system.

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