Figma Context Mcp
MCP server to provide Figma layout information to AI coding agents like Cursor
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What is Figma Context Mcp?
Figma Context Mcp — ramelink is an MCP (Model Context Protocol) server that connects Figma designs to AI coding agents like Cursor, Claude Code, Windsurf, Cline, Zed, and VS Code. It enables one-shot design implementation in any framework by providing simplified and translated Figma API responses to coding agents, allowing developers to implement Figma designs directly in code withoutpaste-screenshots approaches.
The tool works by compressing data from the Figma API by almost 90% while preserving all relevant layout and styling information. Unlike Figma's official MCP which sends prescriptive React/Tailwind code with arbitrary values, Framelink sends descriptive JSON data (e.g.,
Figma Context Mcp pricing
Pricing model: Freemium
Completely free and open source. The free plan includes full access to the MCP server, Figma API integration, all editor integrations, and open source code. No paid plans are offered. The only limitation comes from Figma's own rate limits: Free Figma plan users get approximately 6 requests per month, while Paid Plans (including Dev Seats) start at 10 requests per minute for the endpoints used by the MCP.
Figma Context Mcp pros
- 90% data compression from Figma API while preserving all layout info
- Descriptive JSON output lets AI use your own codebase patterns
- Preserves style names and component props accurately
- Accurately represents nested components
- Auto-detects and deduplicates styles
- 24% smaller output size compared to Figma's official MCP
- Supports 10+ editors: Cursor, Claude Code, Windsurf, Cline, Zed, VS Code
- Open source and completely free
- One-shot design implementation in any framework
- Works on macOS, Linux, and Windows
- CLI integration via npx for easy installation
- Frame and group targeting for focused implementation
- Auto layout detection for better structure understanding
- Real-time design data fetching from Figma
- Full access to MCP server with no paid tier needed
Figma Context Mcp cons
- Not great at handling floating or absolutely positioned elements
- Requires Figma access token setup before use
- Free Figma plan limited to ~6 requests per month
- Rate limits identical to Figma API limits
- Complex designs can overwhelm AI agents with too much info
- Best results require working on one section at a time
- Troubleshooting guide still coming soon
- Windows users may need alternative runtime setup
Frequently asked questions about Figma Context Mcp
What is Framelink and how does it work?
Framelink is an MCP (Model Context Protocol) server that gives AI coding agents like Cursor access to Figma design data. It works by fetching data from the Figma API and compressing it by almost 90% while preserving all relevant layout and styling information. You paste a link to a Figma file, frame, or group into your IDE's chat, and the MCP server fetches the metadata and translates it into concise, actionable layout and styling details for your AI client to implement the design.
How is Framelink different from Figma's official MCP?
Framelink sends descriptive JSON data (e.g., 'this element has a 1px border and 16px padding') while Figma's MCP sends prescriptive React and Tailwind code with arbitrary values. Framelink's output is about 24% smaller, preserves style names and component props, accurately represents nested components, and includes deduplication for styles. Most importantly, Framelink lets your AI decide how to build using your own components and conventions instead of forcing auto-generated code that poisons the context.
Which code editors support Framelink?
Framelink works with any editor that supports MCP servers, including Cursor, Claude Code, Windsurf, Cline, VS Code, Zed, Amp, Codex, Roo, OpenCode, and Antigravity. The tool is compatible with macOS, Linux, and Windows operating systems.
How do I install Framelink MCP?
Install Framelink by running: npx -y figma-developer-mcp --figma-api-key=YOUR-KEY --stdio. First, you need to generate a Figma access token from Figma Settings > Security > Personal access tokens with read permissions on File content and Dev resources. Then add the configuration block to your MCP client configuration file, and the server will automatically download and start when you update the configuration.
What Figma permissions do I need?
You need a Figma access token with read permissions on 'File content' and 'Dev resources'. To generate one: click your profile icon in Figma home > Settings > Security tab > Personal access tokens section > Generate new token. Name the token and ensure both permissions are checked before clicking Generate token.
Why am I getting a 403 Forbidden error?
A 403 Forbidden error means the Figma file access permissions issue, not your MCP setup. The file must be either owned by the account associated with your access token or explicitly shared with your account. If using a team/org file, your API token must have access to that team. Check that the account linked to your token has at least 'View' permissions and that viewers can copy, share, and export from the file.
Can I implement an entire Figma file at once?
While you can try to get your editor to implement a whole design, for the most consistent results you should work on one section at a time. The MCP compresses data by 90%, but complex designs can still overwhelm AI agents with too much information. Right-click on the specific frame or group you want to implement, select 'Copy/Paste as' > 'Copy link to selection', then paste that link into your editor with your implementation request.
What are the best practices for using Framelink?
In Figma: use auto layouts (the MCP isn't great with floating/absolutely positioned elements), name your frames and groups (try Figma's AI for auto-generation). In your editor: let the agent know what resources are available (e.g., Tailwind, React), reference key files in your codebase for context, provide written details about the design in addition to raw Figma data, and manage context size by providing links to specific frames/groups instead of the whole file.
What if I get 'Cannot find module' error?
This means something went wrong with the MCP server installation. Close your client and run 'npx clear-npx-cache' to clear the cache, then open your client again. If the issue persists, join the Discord server or leave an issue on GitHub for help.
Is Framelink free to use?
Yes, Framelink is completely free and open source. You get full access to the MCP server, Figma API integration, and all editor integrations at no cost. The only limitations come from Figma's own rate limits: Free Figma plan users get approximately 6 requests per month, while Paid Figma Plans (including Dev Seats) get 10 requests per minute starting at 200/day.