Design MCP Servers — Figma, Canva, Adobe
Connect AI to design tools. Browse MCP servers for Figma, Canva, Adobe, and more. Transform designs into code, automate handoff, extract design tokens, and streamline creative workflows with the best design MCP servers.
Featured Design MCP Servers
Popular official and community design MCP servers for creative workflows.
Figma MCP Server
Official Figma integration for design-to-code workflows with AI
Framelink MCP for Figma
Canva MCP Server
Generate designs, search templates, and export assets with AI
Adobe MCP Server
Control Photoshop, Illustrator, Premiere through AI commands
All Design & Creative Servers
| Design MCP Server | Type | Features | Action |
|---|---|---|---|
| Figma MCP Server | UI Design | Official Code Gen Tokens | Browse |
| Framelink MCP | UI Design | Community Cursor 12k Stars | Browse |
| Canva MCP Server | Graphic | Official Templates AI Gen | Browse |
| Adobe MCP | Creative Suite | Photoshop Illustrator | Browse |
| Penpot MCP Server | Open Source | Free Self-hosted | Browse |
| Blender MCP | 3D | 3D Modeling Scenes | Browse |
| Miro MCP Server | Whiteboard | Collaboration Boards | Browse |
| Storybook MCP | Design Systems | Components Docs | Browse |
| Framer MCP | Prototyping | Animations Prototypes | Browse |
| XMind MCP | Diagramming | Mind Maps Diagrams | Browse |
What Can Design MCP Servers Do?
Generate Code from Designs
Transform Figma frames into React, Vue, or HTML/CSS with AI-powered code generation.
Extract Design Tokens
Pull colors, typography, and spacing from design files for consistent implementation.
Create New Designs
Generate templates and creative assets using natural language with Canva MCP.
Automate Design Handoff
AI can access specs, style guides, and assets directly from design files.
Design MCP Best Practices
- Use descriptive layer names in Figma for better AI code generation
- Organize designs with frames and components for cleaner exports
- Set up design tokens (colors, typography, spacing) for consistent styling
- Use Auto Layout in Figma to generate responsive code automatically
Figma MCP: Official vs Community
| Feature | Official Figma MCP | Framelink MCP |
|---|---|---|
| Maintainer | Figma | Community |
| GitHub Stars | — | 12.2k+ |
| Best For | General use | Cursor |
| Connection | Remote + Desktop | API only |
| Code Connect | ✓ | — |
Design MCP Server FAQ
What is a Figma MCP server?
A Figma MCP server connects AI assistants like Claude to your Figma files. It provides design context, component data, and styling information so AI can generate accurate code from your designs.
Can I use design MCP servers for free?
Most design MCP servers are free. The official Figma MCP server requires a Figma account—Starter plans get 6 tool calls/month, while Dev/Full seats on paid plans have higher limits.
Which is better: Official Figma MCP or Framelink?
The official Figma MCP server offers Code Connect integration and remote access. Framelink is optimized for Cursor and often produces better one-shot implementations. Try both to see which fits your workflow.
Does Canva have an MCP server?
Yes, Canva offers an official MCP server that connects to ChatGPT, Claude, and other AI assistants. You can generate designs, search templates, and export assets through natural language.
Can I control Adobe Photoshop with AI?
Yes, several MCP servers enable AI control of Adobe applications. The unified Adobe MCP server supports Photoshop, Illustrator, Premiere Pro, and InDesign through natural language commands.
Are there open source alternatives to Figma MCP?
Yes, Penpot MCP Server provides integration with the open source Penpot design platform. It offers similar AI-assisted design capabilities without requiring a Figma subscription.
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