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Export Variables to JSON

Export Variables to JSON

Export all Figma variables and collections to JSON. Supports extended collections and modes.

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About this plugin

Export all local variables and collections from the current Figma file to a JSON file. The plugin collects variables of all types (colors, strings, numbers, booleans) along with their collections, modes, and metadata.Features:— Collects all local variables and collections via official Figma API— Exports to structured JSON with metadata (file name, export date, format version)— Supports extended collections (parentVariableCollectionId, rootVariableCollectionId, variableOverrides)— Shows statistics: number of collections and variables— One-click download of `variables.json`— No network access — all data is processed locallyExport contents:— Collections: id, name, modes, variableIds, hiddenFromPublishing, remote, key, defaultModeId, etc.— Variables: id, name, description, valuesByMode, scopes, codeSyntax, resolvedType, variableCollectionId, etc.— Meta: file name, export date (ISO), format version (1.0.0), plugin version.How to use:1. Open a Figma file with variables2. Plugins → Export Variables to JSON by Alma3. Click "Download variables to JSON"4. The `variables.json` file will be saved to your computerIdeal for design token backends, CI/CD pipelines, code synchronization, and design system documentation.

Plugin Details

Version1
CreatedFebruary 13, 2026
Last UpdatedFebruary 18, 2026
CategorySoftware development
Creator_alma_dev
Stats4 installs, 2 likes
PricingFree

Technical Details

  • API:1.0.0
  • UI:dist/index.html
  • main:dist/code.js
  • Document Access:dynamic-page
  • Editor Types:
    figma
  • Allowed Domains:
    • none