Can You Export Figma to InVision?

Have you ever wondered if it's possible to export your designs from Figma and import them into InVision? Well, the good news is that you can! Both Figma and InVision are powerful design tools that offer a seamless workflow for designers. In this article, we'll explore how you can export your Figma designs and bring them into InVision for further collaboration and prototyping.

Exporting from Figma

Figma offers various options for exporting your designs. To get started, open your design in Figma and navigate to the top menu. Click on the "File" option and select "Export" from the dropdown menu. Alternatively, you can use the keyboard shortcut Ctrl + Shift + E (or Command + Shift + E on a Mac).

Once you select the "Export" option, a dialog box will appear with several export settings. Here, you can specify the format, scale, quality, and location for your exported files.

Choosing the Format

Figma allows you to export your designs in different formats such as PNG, JPEG, SVG, PDF, and more. Each format has its own advantages depending on your specific needs.

• PNG: This format is great for exporting raster images with transparency support.
• JPEG: Ideal for exporting high-quality images with smaller file sizes.
• SVG: Scalable Vector Graphics are perfect for exporting assets that need to be resized without losing quality.
• PDF: If you need to share printable or editable files with others, exporting as PDF is a good option.

Select the format that best suits your requirements by clicking on it in the export dialog box.

Specifying Scale and Quality

After choosing the format, you can set the scale and quality for your exported files. Figma allows you to export at 1x, 2x, or 3x scale. Higher scales are useful for exporting high-resolution assets for retina displays or other high-density screens.

Next, you can adjust the quality settings. For image formats like PNG and JPEG, you can choose between different quality levels to balance file size and image fidelity.

Selecting Export Location

The final step in the export process is selecting the location where you want to save your exported files. Click on the "Choose Destination" button in the export dialog box and navigate to your desired folder or directory.

Once you've specified all the export settings, click on the "Export" button to begin exporting your designs from Figma.

Importing into InVision

Now that you have your designs exported from Figma, it's time to bring them into InVision. InVision allows you to import various design file formats including those exported from Figma.

To import your Figma designs into InVision, log in to your InVision account and create a new project or open an existing one where you want to import your designs.

In the project dashboard, click on the "Add +" button and select "Import Screens" from the dropdown menu.

A file explorer window will appear where you can navigate to the location where you saved your exported Figma files. Select all the files or choose specific ones that you want to import into InVision.

After selecting the files, click on "Open" and wait for InVision to process and upload your designs. Once the upload is complete, you'll see all your Figma designs imported as screens in your InVision project.

Collaborating and Prototyping in InVision

Now that your Figma designs are imported into InVision, you can take advantage of InVision's powerful collaboration and prototyping features.

InVision allows you to create hotspots, define interactions, and add animations to your designs. You can also invite team members to collaborate on the project and gather feedback using comments and annotations.

With InVision's prototyping capabilities, you can create interactive flows and simulate user interactions with your designs. This is especially useful for testing usability, gathering user feedback, and showcasing your design concepts to stakeholders or clients.

Conclusion

Exporting your Figma designs and importing them into InVision is a straightforward process that allows you to seamlessly transition between these two powerful design tools. By leveraging the strengths of both Figma and InVision, you can enhance collaboration, streamline workflows, and create exceptional user experiences.

So go ahead, export those beautiful Figma designs and start prototyping in InVision!