What’s New in Figma in February 2026?

Design software has always been interactive—we tap, swipe, drag, and pinch without thinking twice. But in February 2026, Figma takes a clear step forward: design tools are no longer just interactive, they’re intelligent. This month’s Figma updates focus on smarter workflows, deeper connections between design and code, and more expressive visual tools that adapt to how teams actually work.

From embedding live prototypes to AI-assisted coding workflows and advanced visual effects, Figma’s February 2026 release is all about helping teams design, build, and ship faster—together.

Smarter Design Workflows with Embedded Prototypes

One of the biggest highlights this month is the ability to embed Figma Make prototypes directly inside Figma files. Designers can now drop Make prototypes into Figma Design, FigJam, and Figma Slides, bringing working experiences closer to where discussions and decisions happen.

This update removes the friction of switching tools just to review or share progress. Teams can align on product direction, leave feedback, and iterate in real time—all inside the Figma ecosystem. Whether you’re running a brainstorming session in FigJam or presenting concepts in Slides, prototypes now live exactly where collaboration happens.

Introducing Vectorize: Turn Anything into a Vector

February 2026 also introduces Vectorize, a powerful new feature that transforms almost anything into editable vectors. Designers can start from:

• Hand-drawn sketches
• Photos
• Text
• Raster images

With a single workflow, these assets can be converted into vectors and refined using advanced image-editing tools like multi-vector editing, lasso selection, and color reduction.

Vectorize opens the door for more expressive and flexible design. It bridges the gap between raw creativity and production-ready assets, allowing designers to polish visuals without leaving Figma or relying on external tools.

Glass Effect Is Officially Out of Beta

The popular Glass effect has officially moved out of beta, making it production-ready for all users. This effect allows designers to create modern, layered, glass-like UI elements with fine-grained control.

Key enhancements include:

• Non-uniform corner rounding for precision styling
• Splay controls to adjust how light refracts through glass surfaces
• Variable binding to Glass properties, making theme switching instant

This update is especially useful for teams building dynamic design systems. With variables tied to Glass effects, designers can quickly adapt interfaces across light, dark, or branded themes without rebuilding components.

Teaching AI Agents with the Figma MCP Server

Figma is also expanding its intelligence by connecting with top MCP (Model Context Protocol) clients. Teams can now use tools like Claude Skills, Codex Skills, and Kiro to guide AI coding agents through real Figma workflows.

With the Figma MCP server, agents can:

• Connect design components to code
• Generate design system rules
• Help implement designs directly into applications

This marks a major step toward closing the gap between design and development. Instead of manually translating designs into code, teams can now teach intelligent agents how to understand and execute Figma-based workflows.

Bring Design System Code into Figma Make with npm

Another major productivity boost comes from the ability to import npm packages directly into Figma Make. Designers and developers can now access public or private design system packages and align prototypes with real product code.

This feature ensures:

• Prototypes use the same React codebase as live applications
• Consistency between design and production builds
• Faster handoff between design and engineering teams

By unifying design systems and code, Figma Make becomes a stronger bridge between visual design and real-world implementation.

New Ways to Connect: Android and Jira Integrations

Figma continues to expand its ecosystem with new integrations:

Android Development with Figma MCP

Teams building Android apps can now use the Figma MCP server to streamline the transition from design to development. This improves collaboration between designers and Android engineers and reduces interpretation errors.

Real-Time Jira Status Updates

The Figma for Jira app now supports real-time status updates directly inside Figma. Designers can see project progress without leaving their workspace, making it easier to stay aligned with development timelines and issue tracking.

Looking Ahead: Figma Config 2026

Figma has also announced Config 2026, scheduled for June 23–25, 2026. The event will continue to explore the future of collaborative product design, intelligent workflows, and cross-functional teamwork.

Final Thoughts

The February 2026 Figma updates clearly signal where design tools are headed: smarter, more connected, and deeply integrated with real production workflows. By embedding prototypes, enhancing visual effects, connecting AI agents, and unifying design systems with code, Figma continues to evolve as a true end-to-end design platform.

For teams that design, build, and ship products together, these updates aren’t just new features—they’re a faster, more intelligent way to work.