Figma didn't just win the design tool wars—it redefined how teams collaborate on design. Here's why it matters for your web projects.

Why Figma dominates

Real-time collaboration changed everything. Multiple designers working on the same file, developers inspecting specs live, stakeholders commenting directly on designs. No more "which version is this?" conversations.

Running in the browser means no downloads, no version conflicts, and access from any device. The free tier is genuinely useful, not just a teaser.

For non-designers

Even if you're not a designer, Figma matters. Developers get inspect mode with CSS values, spacing, and assets ready to export. Stakeholders can comment and give feedback without special software.

The limitations

Offline work is limited. Complex illustrations are better suited for Illustrator. And if you're a solo designer who never collaborates, the collaboration features are overkill.

Adobe's acquisition raised concerns, though so far Figma has maintained its independence.