Agent skill · SKILL.md · v1.0.1 · MIT
Figma Design System Handoff
Quick answer: Figma Design System Handoff is an agent SKILL.md that turns any Figma web/app frame (via Figma MCP) into a small design system and exact-copy UI: chunked discovery, measurements, token reconcile, asset localization, and release gates. Brand-agnostic via ADAPTER.md — bootstrap a package or integrate with an existing one.
The problem
- One-shot root MCP calls truncate on large frames and silently drop Layer Effects, variables, and gradient-stroke detail.
- Generated screens become the architecture — giant FigmaMainScreen.tsx, expiring asset URLs, no tokens.
- Parity gaps hide in asymmetric padding, per-corner radii, and effects codegen never emits.
What it does
| Pass | Focus |
|---|---|
| 0 | Parse Figma URL; resolve adapter (paths, commands, bootstrap vs integration). |
| 1 | Chunked MCP: metadata → per-block context + variables + screenshot (truncation guard). |
| 2 | Exact measurements checklist → token-diff JSON. |
| 3–4 | Create or update foundations / primitives / page chrome. |
| 5 | Localize assets — no MCP localhost URLs in the package. |
| 6–7 | Verify / build / visual diff / consumer smoke / release notes. |
Full rubric and output template live on GitHub.
When to use
- Designer or PM pastes a Figma URL and wants tokens + components, not a dump
- Engineer needs inventory → measurements → reconcile → apply for a new screen
- Bootstrapping a design package from Figma (optional v0/prototype as evidence only)
- Refreshing icons/logos/glows with registry and traceability
When not to use
- As an always-on rule in every chat — load it when there is a Figma URL/node
- Pure structure cleanup, backend work, or “redesign freely” without Figma parity
- One-off markup with no design-system intent (still use chunked MCP for large nodes)
Install
npx skills add dancingteeth/figma-design-system-handoffAfter a GitHub release:
npx skills update figma-design-system-handoffTested with (author dogfood)
| Host | Models |
|---|---|
| Cursor + Figma MCP | Chunked discovery + Tailwind/React consumers |
| Claude Code / Codex | Symlink or npx skills add |
Observed use, not a certification matrix.
FAQ
- What is the Figma design system handoff skill?
- It is a portable SKILL.md workflow: chunk Figma MCP discovery, measure for 1:1 parity, reconcile into tokens/primitives/page chrome, localize assets, then verify before release. It rejects treating codegen paste as architecture.
- Do I need an existing design system?
- No. Bootstrap mode creates a small design package from the Figma board. Integration mode maps the same steps onto existing token/component paths via ADAPTER.md.
- Why chunked MCP instead of one root get_design_context?
- Large frames truncate; codegen also drops Layer Effects and many variable bindings. Root metadata is structure-only — implement from per-block context, variables, and screenshots.
- How do I install and update the skill?
- Install with npx skills add dancingteeth/figma-design-system-handoff. After GitHub releases, run npx skills update figma-design-system-handoff. Or copy the skill folder (keep relative links) into ~/.cursor/skills/ or .agents/skills/.
- Is this brand-specific?
- No. Fill ADAPTER.md (or a thin project skill) for paths and verify commands. Do not fork the whole skill per customer — fork the adapter.
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