Figma March Update [2025] - We're Super Excited!

In March Figma has launched some major updates to their design tool. From color accessibility to live annotations, there is a lot! Let's take a look at what Figma has introduced for designers.

Accessibility First: Designing for Everyone

Figma is taking a significant step towards truly inclusive design with its new color accessibility feature. Remember those days of squinting at color contrast ratios and relying on external tools? Well, say goodbye to that! Figma has integrated a "circle icon" right into the color selection modal. This nifty addition empowers designers to effortlessly pick accessible colors for critical elements like CTAs, text, and interactive components.

It's not just about meeting compliance; it's about creating designs that provide a great experience for everyone.

Communication is Key: Annotations and Measurements

Clear communication is the backbone of any successful design project, and Figma is making it even easier. You can now add annotations directly to your designs, providing context, explaining design decisions, and giving valuable feedback. Think of it as leaving helpful little notes for your team or clients.But that's not all!

Figma is also enabling designers to add measurements to their designs. This is a huge time-saver when it comes to specifying dimensions, spacing, and layout details. No more back-and-forth with developers trying to clarify measurements – it's all right there in the design. You can find this option conveniently located next to the text option.

Figma Slides: Presentations Evolved

Figma isn't just about design; it's also about presenting your designs effectively. Figma Slides has received a major shot in the arm with a suite of powerful new features.

1. PowerPoint Harmony: Seamlessly import and export .pptx files

This bridges the gap between Figma and the ubiquitous PowerPoint, making it easier to collaborate with those who might not be Figma pros.

2. In-Editor Video Magic:

   
   

Control videos directly within the editor and viewer. Scrub, play, pause – it's all integrated, streamlining presentations that include multimedia.

3. Slide Structure:

   
   

Add slide numbers to your presentations for better organization and navigation. Keep your audience on track and make it easier to reference specific points.

4. Component Consistency:

   
   

Leverage the power of components in your slides. Create reusable elements to maintain visual consistency and make updates a breeze.

5. Dynamic Presentations:

   
   

Animate objects within your slides to create engaging and dynamic presentations. Bring your ideas to life with subtle animations or dramatic effects.

Font Flexibility and Performance Boost

Figma is also focusing on refining the core design experience. Special symbols are now universally supported across all fonts. This means you can confidently use Unicode symbols and special characters without encountering compatibility issues.