If you're a freelancer, you likely use Figma to create wireframe designs.
Instead of copying each element's code manually, there's a plugin that can transform your design into a website effortlessly.
Here’s how to do it quickly and efficiently.
How to use Figma to Wix Studio Plugin
Install the Plugin in Figma:
First, open up Figma and search for the "Figma to Wix Studio" plugin. Go ahead and install it.
Set Up Export:
Next, click on "Get Started" or "Set up Export."
Copy your Figma file URL:
Copy the link to your figma project. Use Cm/Ctrl + L
Import Your Design in Wix Studio:
Open Wix Studio.
Navigate to Tools > Import from Figma.
Paste your Figma URL and click "Connect."
Allow access, and your file will be connected.
Match Frame Width
Make sure your frame width in Figma matches the requirements in Wix Studio. If needed, update it to match.
Export Styles
Select your entire file in Figma.
Click "Export Styles."
In Wix Studio, refresh the import if needed and click "Apply Styles to Site."
Export the Design File
In Figma, select your file again and click "Export Frame."
Check the preview and click "Export Frame."
Import the Frame in Wix Studio
Go back to Wix Studio and import the frame.
Check the preview and click "Add to Site."
Wait for the process to complete. It usually takes less than a minute.
There you have it.
You have created your first Figma to Wix Studio website. Easy enough, right? The site you create should be usable but there are still a few things to keep in mind and edit.
What To Do After Your website as been imported
Ensure Responsiveness
To make sure your design looks good on all devices:
Click on a section and select "Responsive AI."
Generate to ensure responsiveness across all devices.
Add Menus and Functional Elements
Initially, menus won’t be dynamic. To make them functional, add a menu from the panel section in Wix Studio.
Save Components For Reuse
Always reuse components and assets where possible. Save sections or components for future projects to save time. Tools like Tailwind and ShuffleDev are great for building with existing frameworks.
Common Questions about importing Wix Studio websites with Figma
One common question is whether faster work should mean lower charges. The answer is no.
Clients pay for the outcome, not the time spent. For instance, if a painter uses a spray painting machine to complete a job faster, the client still pays for the finished room, not the time spent.
The same principle applies here.
Another question is whether you should tell clients about using templates. Generally, you don’t need to. Clients care about the result, not the process.
Another example, accountants use software to quickly determine taxes, and clients pay for accurate results, not the time spent on calculations.
It’s important to focus on delivering excellent outcomes rather than explaining the tools and methods used.
So try it out and share your experience in the Freelance Fam Community.
Cheers.