Getting Started

Start here to understand how Handoff builds a single, governed source of truth for your team.

This section is designed for anyone new to the platform — designers, developers, and stakeholders alike.

This section is the right starting point if you:

  • Are evaluating Handoff for your team
  • Have just been introduced to a project that uses Handoff
  • Want to understand the philosophy and architecture before diving into specifics

Once you understand the basics here, follow the path for your role:

What You'll Find Here

PageDescription
Quickstart GuideGet up and running with the Figma plugin and Handoff CLI in minutes.
What Is HandoffA high-level overview of the platform, its goals, and who it serves.
Governance and CentralizationHow Handoff acts as a single source of truth for your design system.
Handoff in the PipelineWhere Handoff fits in the broader design-to-development workflow.