Figma adds version history for generative plugins and shaders

At a glance

In Figma, every edit to a generative plugin or a shader, graphics code that creates visual effects, now saves a new version. Earlier versions can be viewed again or restored, and an AI agent writes a description for each one to build a change log. The update is rolling out this week.

Key points

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   Changing a generative plugin or shader creates a new version and keeps the earlier ones.

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   Stored earlier versions can be reopened or restored at any time.

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   An agent-written note on each version builds a change log and marks which version is live.

Why it matters

If an edit goes wrong, it is easy to go back to an earlier state, so people can refine their generative tools with less worry.