In this guide, you’ll learn how to:
  • Import Figma frames or files into Rocket.
  • Convert static designs into real, working web applications.
  • Choose layout formats, frameworks, and design systems.

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Before you begin

You’ll need:
  • Access to rocket.new.
  • A Figma account and a design file with view or edit permission.

Not sure how to get your Figma link?
Follow this quick guide to grab the right URL.

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Let’s launch your web application

You’re about to turn design into deployable code – no coding required.
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Import Figma

  • Simply paste the Figma URL in the chat and Rocket will detect it.
    or
  • Click Import Figma at the bottom-left of the chat input.
    Import Figma button in chat UIImport Figma button in chat UI

    Tap 'Import Figma' to get started

If you haven’t connected your Figma account to Rocket yet, start here:
Learn how to connect your Figma account with Rocket.
2

Paste your Figma link in Rocket

Paste your copied link into the popup and click Start import.
Paste Figma link modal in RocketPaste Figma link modal in Rocket

Paste your Figma frame or file link here

Success check: Rocket shows your design preview and screen options.
3

Choose screens & framework

Heads up: You can import up to 40 screens per project.
Pick how your web application will be structured:
  • Select screens: Select Figma frames to turn into a real web app.
Screen selection interfaceScreen selection interface

Choose exactly what you want to bring in

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  • Click Start import on the left.
Click start importClick start import

Click Start import

  • Select framework: Choose between React, HTML, or Next.js.
Framework selection modalFramework selection modal

Choose React, HTML, or Next.js

  • Select language: Decide between JavaScript and TypeScript (for React/Next.js).
Language and design system settingsLanguage and design system settings

Select your code’s language

  • Choose design system: Customize your code with Tailwind CSS or CSS (for HTML).
Language and design system settingsLanguage and design system settings

Customize your code’s styling

Success check: You’ll see a loading screen with progress indicators.
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Rocket generates your web application

Rocket parses your design, optimizes assets, and generates structured, readable code.
App generation in progressApp generation in progress

Rocket is building your web application in real time

Success check: All status checks turn green – your web application is ready.
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Preview and compare with Figma

See your app and the original Figma design side by side - no switching tabs, no guesswork.
  • Click Figma in the top navbar to open the side-by-side preview.
  • Use the screen dropdown (where Landing page is selected) to switch between different Figma screens.
Side-by-side Rocket preview and Figma designSide-by-side Rocket preview and Figma design

Preview your website next to your Figma design

Want to make changes? Just describe what you want in the chat - no need to go back to Figma.Try things like:
  • “Change the primary color from green to blue.”
  • “Add dark mode to the website.”
  • “Remove shadow from behind the image.”
  • “Switch font to Roboto and make the header smaller.”
Want to explore more? Just type in the chat interface to tweak your design or see what else chat can do.
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Add a new screen

Need to bring in more screens? Rocket makes it effortless.
  • Click the Add new screen button at the bottom of the chat interface.

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1: From the same Figma file

You’ll see a list of available screens, with already imported ones marked. Just sleect the new screens you want and click Start import.
Add new screen from same Figma fileAdd new screen from same Figma file

Click 'Add new screen' to expand your web app

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2: From a different Figma file

Want to pull from another design? Choose From different file in the popup. You’ll be prompted to paste a new Figma URL.
Import screen from different Figma fileImport screen from different Figma file

Paste a new Figma link to start a new project

Importing Figma from a different file creates a new project, so your current one stays just how you left it.

You did it!

You’ve just turned your design into a real working web app, powered by Rocket.
Need help? We’re here for you.
Email us at support@rocket.new or join our Discord community to get help, share ideas, and connect with other creators.