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How Do I Get Source Files in Figma?

Last updated on September 29, 2022 @ 10:28 am

If you’re a Figma user, you may have noticed that there is no obvious way to get source files out of the program. This can be frustrating if you’re working on a project with someone who uses a different design program, or if you simply want to have access to the original files yourself. Luckily, there is a way to get source files out of Figma, though it requires a bit of workarounds.

The first thing you’ll need to do is export your design as a .png file. To do this, go to File > Export > Export as .png.

Once you’ve done that, open the .png file in an image editor like Photoshop or GIMP. From there, you can use the “Save As” function to save the file as a .psd (Photoshop) or .xcf (GIMP) file.

PRO TIP: When trying to get source files in Figma, it is important to first check if the file is available for download. If the file is not available for download, it may be because the owner of the file has not given permission for it to be downloaded. If you are the owner of the file, you can change the settings to allow downloads.

Now that you have a source file, you can open it in the program of your choice and edit it as you please. Keep in mind that this method only works for designs that are fairly simple – if your design is complex, it’s likely that some elements will be lost in translation when you export it as a .

If you need to get source files out of Figma but don’t have access to an image editor, there are a few online services that can help. One option is Photopea, which is a free online image editor that can open and edit .psd files. Another option is Avocode, which offers a free trial that allows you to download source files from Figma.

How Do I Get Source Files in Figma?

In order to get source files out of Figma, you’ll need to export your design as a .png file and then open it in an image editor like Photoshop or GIMP. If you don’t have access to an image editor, there are a few online services that can help.

Madison Geldart

Madison Geldart

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