How To Import Sketch File Into Figma

Are you trying to import a sketch file into Figma? Learn how to do it with ease through the steps below.
How To Import Sketch File Into Figma

Sketch, a graphic editor developed for MacOS, can be used with Figma. In this guide, we will help you import sketch files into Figma through a simple demonstration to get you covered.

Import Sketch File Into Figma

  1. Start by navigating to Figma and sign in with your credentials. After you have successfully signed in with your credentials, look for the Import option and click on it.
Click on Import
  1. Doing so, the Import box appears, and you’re presented with two options. Now, look for the Import from computer option and click on it to load the File Explorer.
Import box
  1. Now select the .sketch file and open it to import the sketch file onto Figma successfully.
Open Sketch file

Import Sketch File Into Figma from Figma Editor

  1. From the Recents page (homepage) on Figma, open the design file you’re working on from Recently viewed.
Figma Recents
  1. After the design file is loaded, navigate to the toolbar and click on the Figma icon present in the top left corner to display options. From the options, navigate to File and then click on New from Sketch file.
Click on New from Sketch file
  1. Doing so opens the File Explorer, and selecting the .sketch file successfully imports the sketch file onto Figma.
Open Sketch file

Wrapping Up

Congratulations on learning how to import sketch files into Figma!

With the above approaches, you can successfully import sketch files into Figma. While working with the .sketch file, ensure that the file is a proper one, as uploading the wrong file can cause compatibility issues, and you will fail to import.


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