Handoff
Automated Design Handoff & Token Documentation
Overview
Handoff is an open-source toolchain designed for design system engineers. It automates the process of extracting design tokens from Figma and transforming them into developer-friendly formats and documentation. Handoff helps to bridge the gap between design and development by ensuring that design decisions are accurately translated into code.
✨ Key Features
- Figma design token extraction
- Transformation pipeline for different formats (SASS, CSS, etc.)
- Automated developer documentation generation
- Open-source and free to use
🎯 Key Differentiators
- Open-source and free
- Focused on design token automation
- Highly customizable
Unique Value: Handoff automates the tedious process of translating design tokens from Figma into code, saving time and reducing errors.
🎯 Use Cases (3)
✅ Best For
- Automating the process of updating a design system's code when changes are made in Figma
- Generating a live, interactive documentation site for a design system
💡 Check With Vendor
Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:
- Teams not using Figma
- Teams without a design system
🏆 Alternatives
While there are commercial tools for design token automation, Handoff provides a free and open-source alternative that is highly customizable.
💻 Platforms
🔌 Integrations
🔒 Compliance & Security
💰 Pricing
Free tier: Open-source and free to use.
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