ToolsThe story, in brief
Figma adds code layers, support for animations, more AI features in new update
Figma just shipped AI-powered custom plugins. Design workflows are about to get faster.
The KeyNews take
Why it matters
Figma is embedding AI deeper into its design workflow—code layers, animations, and AI-assisted plugin creation make it a platform play in the agentic design tools space. This matters to founders building on design infrastructure and CTOs evaluating tool consolidation.
The key facts
9 to knowNew code layer feature shipped
Motion and shader support added
AI-powered custom plugin creation enabled
Published Jun 24 2026 — recent product release
New code layer feature added
Motion and shader support
AI-powered custom plugin creation
Product feature rollout, not model release
Published June 24, 2026
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Publisher excerpt: Figma's update adds a new code layer, support for motion and shaders, and the ability to create custom plug-ins for various tasks using AI.