Hey everyone, I just heard some big news about Figma’s UI3 update. They’re getting rid of the floating panels! I’m not sure how I feel about this change. Has anyone else heard about it? What do you think this will mean for our workflow? I’m curious to hear your thoughts on how this might affect our design process and if you think it’s a good move by Figma. Let’s discuss the pros and cons of this update. Do you think it will make the interface cleaner or more complicated to use?
wow thats a big change! i heard rumors but didnt think they’d actually do it. kinda worried it’ll mess up my workflow. floating panels were handy. hope they proide a good replacement soon. anyone know when it comes?
As someone who’s been using Figma extensively, I have mixed feelings about this change. Removing floating panels could indeed declutter the interface, which is a plus for those of us working on complex projects. However, it might limit customization options we’ve grown accustomed to.
From my experience with other design tools that underwent similar changes, there’s usually an initial productivity dip as users adjust. But Figma’s team is known for thoughtful UX decisions, so I’m hopeful they’ve thoroughly tested alternatives.
One potential benefit could be improved performance, especially when working with large files. Floating panels can sometimes cause lag on less powerful machines. It’ll be interesting to see if this update addresses that issue.
Ultimately, adaptability is key in our field. While it may be challenging at first, I believe we’ll find new, possibly more efficient ways to work within the updated interface.
I’ve been using Figma for years, and this change is definitely significant. From my experience, floating panels were a double-edged sword. They offered flexibility but often cluttered the workspace, especially on smaller screens. The removal might streamline the interface, potentially improving focus during design sessions.
That said, it’ll take some getting used to. I remember when Adobe made similar changes to Photoshop, and it took a while to adapt. But in the long run, it led to a more organized workflow. I’m cautiously optimistic about this update. It might force us to rethink how we organize our tools and could lead to more efficient practices.
My main concern is how this will affect collaboration. Floating panels were great for customizing workspace during team sessions. It’ll be interesting to see how Figma addresses this aspect in the new UI. Let’s reserve judgment until we’ve had a chance to work with it for a while.