Learn how to structure your Figma libraries to ensure a seamless flow of data into the Handoff documentation engine. We provide a clear mapping between Figma's native library features and Handoff's data model, helping you bridge the gap between creative design and structured code. Transform your Figma canvas into a production-ready data source.
Handoff extracts tokens from Figma as structured system data. This includes color styles, typography styles, spacing definitions, layout variables, and other reusable design primitives.
Instead of remaining embedded in design files, these values are captured as reusable system tokens. Once extracted, tokens can be referenced by components, exposed through APIs, and validated across environments. The goal is not just export — it is structure.
Components and tokens are enriched with metadata that describes intended usage, states and variations, and relationships to other system elements. Metadata enables clear documentation generation, better developer understanding, and automation or validation workflows. Without metadata, systems are merely visual. With metadata, systems become architectural.
To ensure a smooth transition from Figma to Handoff, use consistent naming conventions and avoid duplicating tokens across contexts. Structure components with clear properties and states, and separate foundational tokens from contextual overrides. A well-structured Figma file leads to a stable and predictable system downstream.
Once tokens and components are structured in Handoff, developers can consume them via APIs, and documentation will always reflect the current state of the system. This allows updates to propagate across platforms and ensures that governance is truly enforceable. Handoff turns design structure into system architecture.