Figma and Adobe announce plugin interoperability and shared tokens spec

Design · 4 min read

The initiative introduces a common JSON schema for tokens—colors, spacing, type—that both platforms will support natively. Plugins written to the spec can be packaged to run in either environment with minimal adaptation, and token sync extensions will keep libraries aligned across teams.

Both companies said the move responds to enterprise needs for multi-tool workflows and reduces vendor lock-in for large design organizations. Initial partners include major design system vendors and some open-source token managers.

Design leaders welcomed the pragmatic approach; they noted integration complexity remains for component semantics and runtime exports. The collaboration will start with tokens and plugin wrappers, but both firms signaled openness to expanding shared standards over time.