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About Figma Chat
Figma Chat is a free Figma plugin published by Philip in 2019. It works in Figma Design, Dev Mode and FigJam and has 113,487 users and 1,185 likes on the Figma Community. It ranks #11 in Productivity on our lists.
In the developer's words
This plugin helps you to interact inside your files with other peoples.
It's a simple chat with the ability to send text and the current selections of frames or other elements. Just select the elements you want to send to other people and tick the checkbox.
How to use?
First of all, open the "Figma Chat" plugin inside your file.
The plugin generates a random room name and a secret key. These two strings are available to all editors inside the file.
The room name:This string is used to let the server know where to send the messages to.
The secret key:This string is used to en- and decrypt all messages.
The plugin handles all the stuff for you!
At the bottom of the plugin you can enter the user list and access the "Settings" page. Set an avatar and the color and if you want a custom server (https://github.com/ph1p/figma-chat).
An important function is to send your current selection. You can easily do this by selecting one or more elements and clicking the element that appears inside the chat bar.
MY CHAT DOES NOT START :o
If this is the case, please use the "reset" button. This will reset all data an generates new keys for you :)
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Always note: All messages are encrypted and can only be read by people who are able to run plugins inside your file.
Feel free to write me if you have any problems or feedback (:
Please use the GitHub Issues(https://github.com/ph1p/figma-chat/issues) or follow me on twitter and write me a DM https://twitter.com/phlp_
What's new
Version 47 ยท released Mar 7, 2024
- Update dependencies and manifest
Permissions and privacy
Network access
Figma Chat's manifest allows network access to any domain ("*"), so Figma doesn't limit where it can send data.
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Extra permissions
- Reads your Figma name and avatar
Read from the plugin's published manifest. Questions about data handling go to the developer's support page.
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Figma Chat FAQ
What does Figma Chat do?
An easy to use chat for figma, figjam and dev mode. It's a Figma plugin by Philip that runs in Figma Design, Dev Mode and FigJam.
Is Figma Chat free?
Yes. Figma Chat is free to install and run from the Figma Community, with no paid tier listed.
Is Figma Chat safe to use?
Figma plugins can only reach the internet through domains listed in their manifest. Figma Chat's manifest allows network access to any domain ("*"), so Figma doesn't limit where it can send data. As with any plugin, check the developer's privacy policy before using it on client work.
How do I install Figma Chat?
Open it on the Figma Community, or search for it in the Actions menu (Cmd/Ctrl + K) inside any file you can edit. See how to install Figma plugins.
What are the best alternatives to Figma Chat?
By user count, the closest alternatives are Table Creator by Gavin McFarland, Table Generator & Creator and Rename It. Compare all of them on the best Figma plugins for productivity.
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