Figma made interface design multiplayer: files live in the browser, teammates edit together in real time, and developers inspect the same source of truth. Components, variables and Auto Layout support real design systems, while FigJam and prototyping keep ideation and testing in the same file.
It is the default for modern product design, which means hiring, plugins and handoff all assume it. Heavy files and offline work remain weak spots, and seat costs deserve attention — while Framer increasingly attracts teams shipping marketing sites directly from the canvas.