figma-create-new-file
Creates a new blank file in Figma. It's a good starting point for creating designs or organizing workshops.
What it does
This tool creates a new blank file in Figma, either for design (Design) or collaboration (FigJam). It's useful for starting projects or organizing group work.
When to use it
- ✓Starting a new design project.
- ✓Creating a quick idea board with FigJam.
- ✓Beginning an automated workflow for a design system.
Example of what to ask your AI
“Create a new Figma file for an interface project.”
Want more? Open the sections below.
How to use
The easiest way: copy the message below and paste it into Claude, ChatGPT, Cursor or any AI. It reads the skill and follows the instructions.
Skill link
Ready-to-paste message
How it works
When you ask to create a new file, the tool communicates with Figma to generate a blank workspace. You can choose between a Design file or a FigJam file.
Installation
Easiest way: copy the skill link and paste it into Claude, ChatGPT or Cursor asking it to follow the instructions.
In the terminal (Claude Code, Codex, Cursor), in your project folder:
npx skills add nexu-io/open-design --skill figma-create-new-fileOr download just the file:
curl -L https://raw.githubusercontent.com/nexu-io/open-design/main/skills/figma-create-new-file/SKILL.md -o SKILL.mdTechnical content (original SKILL.md)
Original text by the author, straight from GitHub.
figma-create-new-file
Curated from Figma's MCP server guide.
What it does
Create a new blank Figma Design or FigJam file. Useful as the first step in scripted design-system or workshop workflows.
Source
- Upstream: https://github.com/figma/skills
- Category:
figma
How to use
This catalogue entry advertises the skill in OpenDesign so the agent discovers it during planning. To run the full upstream workflow with its original assets, scripts, and references, install the upstream bundle into your active agent's skills directory:
# Inspect the upstream README for exact paths
open https://github.com/figma/skills
Then ask the agent to invoke this skill by name (figma-create-new-file) or with
one of the trigger phrases listed in this skill's frontmatter.
FAQ
What's the difference between Figma Design and FigJam?
Figma Design is for creating visual interfaces and layouts, while FigJam is a digital whiteboard for brainstorming and collaboration.
Do I need Figma installed to use this?
No, this tool works directly with your online Figma account.
Can I choose the file name?
The provided text doesn't specify this feature, but you can usually name the file after it's created.
Details
Original description by the author
Create a new blank Figma Design or FigJam file. Useful as the first step in scripted design-system or workshop workflows.
repo: nexu-io/open-design
Popularity
- GitHub stars
- 101k
- Ranking position
- #707
- License
- Apache-2.0
- Updated
- 10/16/2026
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