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Figma Slides (figma.com)

486 points by FelipeCortez · 776 days ago · 173 comments on HN

Article summary

Figma has introduced Figma Slides, a presentation tool designed for designers and their teams, which allows for co-creation of narratives, engagement of audiences, and crafting of impressive decks. The tool is included with all seats on every plan and offers features such as collaboration tools, AI-powered tone selection, and interactive prototypes. Figma Slides aims to provide a seamless experience for designers to create and present their ideas. The tool also allows for importing .pptx files and has a range of templates available.

Main themes

  • Figma Slides
  • Presentation software
  • Design tools
  • Collaboration
  • AI-powered features
  • Design and presentation

What commenters say

  • Figma Slides is a natural extension of Figma's design tools and will be a useful addition for designers who already use the platform.
  • The tool's AI-powered features, such as tone selection, are innovative and user-friendly, and may become a standard in presentation software.
  • Some users are concerned that Figma Slides may further silo designers from the rest of the business, which often uses different tools like PowerPoint or Google Slides.
  • Others argue that designers should be able to use their own tools, and that Figma Slides can coexist with other presentation software in a professional context.
  • The choice of presentation tool depends on the company culture and specific needs, with some industries or regions preferring certain tools over others.
  • Figma Slides' ability to import .pptx files and offer interactive prototypes may make it a more attractive option for some users.
  • Some commenters are skeptical about the need for another presentation tool, and question whether Figma Slides offers enough unique features to differentiate itself from existing options.
  • The tool's potential to integrate with other Figma features, such as design and prototyping, is seen as a major advantage by some users.