How Do I Activate Libraries in Figma?

Using Figma libraries can be a great way to save time and energy when designing in a collaborative environment. Libraries allow designers to store and share common elements, such as color palettes, text styles, and components. Allowing for the reuse of design elements is an important part of the design process, as it ensures consistency across projects. But how do you activate libraries in Figma?

When creating a library in Figma, it will be set to “inactive” by default. This means that no one else can access it until it is activated.

To make the library active, simply go to the “libraries” tab on the left-hand side of the screen. From there you can click on the “Manage Libraries” button and select the library you wish to activate. Once selected, click on “Activate Library” and your library will be active for everyone in your workspace.

Once activated, all collaborators will have access to any assets stored within that library. It is important to note that while activating a library grants access to everyone within a workspace, only users with edit permissions can actually make changes or add new assets.

In Summary:

Activating libraries in Figma is an easy process which will grant access for all collaborators in your workspace. To activate a library simply go to the “libraries” tab on the left-hand side of the screen and select “Manage Libraries” from there you can activate any inactive libraries. Only users with edit permissions can make changes or add new assets once a library has been activated.

Conclusion: Activating libraries in Figma is an essential part of creating a successful collaborative design environment by allowing all members of your workspace access to common design elements such as color palettes, text styles and components. Activating a library requires only few simple steps; navigating to “Manage Libraries” within “Libraries” tab on left-hand side of screen and selecting “Activate Library” option.