Figma Opens Canvas to AI Agents via MCP: Write Access to Design Files, Components, Variables, and Design Systems

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Starting March 24, AI agents can design directly on Figma's canvas using the new use_figma MCP tool. Agents get write access to frames, components, variables, auto layout, and design tokens wired to existing design systems. Compatible with Claude Code, Cursor, Copilot CLI, Codex, and others. Figma introduced a 'Skills' framework — markdown files that teach agents team conventions, sequencing, and component selection. Design system quality now directly determines what agents can do. Usage-based pricing planned after free beta.