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Advanced Figma tips & tricks 2024: little gems we love

Your favourite is back! It’s time for the Figma tips and tricks of the year. Be sure to explore the previous Figma tips and tricks articles, covering everything from prototyping to components and general hidden gems. Now, let’s dive into my favourite helpers of this year — some familiar, some brand new you may not have discovered yet.
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1. Open Dev Mode Directly in VS Code
Did you know that you can open dev mode directly within VS Code? The Figma for VS Code extension offers a convenient method for developers to access and examine designs directly within VS Code. You can explore and analyze design files, collaborate, monitor changes, and expedite design implementation — all within the development environment without needing to switch tools.