Figma Translation Plugin for High-Quality Multilingual Designs

Smartcat is a global AI platform that helps businesses create, translate, and localize content at scale. It centralizes translation workflows in one collaborative space, powered by adaptive AI agents that continuously improve with human feedback. This technique has been shown to deliver better results than AI- or human-only approaches.[1]

AI Agents are task-specific digital workers that autonomously execute multi-step workflows. Unlike older purely analytic or generative AI tools, agents are goal-driven and learn from real-world use. They adapt to your brand, business rules, and performance metrics to deliver enhanced ROI for enterprises.

Smartcat AI agents are built for business-critical content localization. Each agent is trained on expert translations, understands design and formatting needs, and learns from your brand preferences to continuously increase accuracy and efficiency.

Pre-built agents like the Document Translation Agent, Image Translation Agent, and Website Translation Agent are specialized in handling text with design elements and integrate with the Figma translation plugin. However, Smartcat also offers specialized agents like the Media Translation Agent and Software Localization Agent for use cases like video and app development.

AI-powered translation is increasingly common for enterprises, with the sector forecast to grow at over 23 percent annually through 2031.[2] AI agents are slated to play a key role in this growth, as they are able to handle the complex workflows necessary for successful business scaling.

For example, Smartcat’s Image Translation Agent automates the translation of Figma designs—extracting text, translating with context, and reinserting it—all while preserving layout. This eliminates manual copy-pasting, reduces design cycles, and accelerates time-to-market.

By localizing your Figma designs, you can create personalized content for customers in different countries, increasing engagement, conversions, and revenue.[3]

Getting started with the Figma language plugin is quick and easy.

First, simply install the Smartcat plugin from the Figma Community or Figma’s plugin page.

Then, select your frames, choose source and target languages, and let the AI agent translate your content. The plugin translates all elements, from simple shapes to intricate layers, without disturbing your formatting. You can review translations and sync them into your designs with a single click. 

The Smartcat plugin is designed to be compatible with other Figma plugins and integrations, enhancing your team’s design and translation capabilities alongside your favorite tools.

Yes. Smartcat AI agents automatically apply your existing TMs to every project and update them with new confirmed edits, keeping your content consistent across designs.

The Smartcat Figma translation plugin offers detailed customization options to meet your organization’s unique needs. You can adjust settings like language preferences, translation methods, and formatting options. This ensures translations align with your project needs and are on brand.

Smartcat translates all text layers, components, and nested design elements in Figma. Whether translating UI mockups, marketing assets, in-app screens, or other designs, your AI agent maintains visual fidelity and structure.

Absolutely. Designers, reviewers, and localization teams can collaborate within the Smartcat platform, ensuring quality control and quick iteration without having to switch between tools.

Best of all, you can add as many reviewers and team members as you want to a Smartcat project for free—no need to buy additional Figma licenses.

Smartcat supports over 280 languages, including right-to-left and complex scripts. You can even translate into multiple languages simultaneously, making it ideal for global launches.

Smartcat’s AI agents are trained on real enterprise use cases and continuously improve through reviewer feedback. You get high-quality translations fast, plus the option to invite human reviewers for added confidence.

Smartcat uses enterprise-grade security to protect your data at every step. This includes SOC 2 Type II compliance, end-to-end encryption, and strict access controls. Only authorized users can view or edit your designs, ensuring privacy and regulatory compliance across teams and regions.