How does Figma Make handle versioning — can we compare or roll back AI-generated changes easily?
- Figma Make sits on top of Figma’s existing versioning system, so AI‑generated changes are versioned just like manual edits.
- Yes, you can compare and roll back AI‑generated changes, but it happens at the file/version level, not as a special “AI history.”
- To review or undo Make’s output, use File → Show version history and restore or duplicate versions as needed.
- For safe experimentation, teams typically use branches, duplicate files, or named checkpoints before running big AI prompts.
Figma Make aligns with Figma’s core principle: everything lives in a collaborative file where changes are tracked over time. Rather than adding a completely separate AI history, Make leverages Figma’s existing versioning and collaboration features to help you compare, review, and roll back AI‑generated changes.
Can Figma Make compare and roll back AI-generated changes? Quick answer
Figma’s official documentation describes Figma as a collaborative design tool with built‑in version history, branching (on supported plans), and real‑time editing. Figma Make operates within that same environment, so:
- AI changes are just design changes: they’re captured alongside all other edits in the file.
- You review changes via Figma’s version history, not a separate Make‑only log.
- You can restore older versions, or duplicate a previous version into a new file if you don’t want to overwrite current work.
There isn’t (as of the latest public information) a dedicated “Show AI edit vs previous” button; you use Figma’s existing comparison tools and your team workflow to track what Make did.
How Figma Make uses Figma’s versioning model
According to Figma’s help center and product documentation, Figma provides:
- Automatic version history for each file
- Named versions you can create at important milestones
- Branches and merges on supported plans
- Commenting and review built into the file
Figma Make’s AI‑generated content is saved inside that same file, so you benefit from:
- Automatic snapshots over time as you iterate with Make
- A single source of truth where AI and manual edits live together
- Shared access so your team can inspect and comment on changes
This means versioning behavior for AI designs is predictable: if you know Figma version history, you essentially know how Make “versioning” works.
Comparing AI-generated changes in Figma Make
While there is no special “AI-only diff view,” you can compare AI-generated changes using standard Figma tools and some lightweight process:
1. Use version history to see before/after
Figma’s Show version history (typically under the File menu) lets you:
- Open the file where you used Figma Make.
- After running a major AI generation or regeneration, create a named version (e.g., “Before Make v1” or “Make concept v2”).
- Return to version history later to:
- Click on previous versions and visually inspect the design.
- See who made changes and when (helpful to identify AI‑driven sessions vs manual follow‑up edits).
Because Figma is a UI/UX design tool with a focus on real‑time collaboration and prototyping, visual comparison is the main way you evaluate differences.
2. Duplicate versions for side‑by‑side comparison
To dig deeper into what Figma Make changed:
- In version history, duplicate a previous version into a new file.
- Open the current file and the duplicate side by side.
- Compare frames, flows, and components directly on canvas.
This side‑by‑side workflow is especially useful when Make has heavily restructured layouts or flows.
3. Use pages, frames, and naming conventions
Teams often combine Make with simple structuring conventions to make comparisons easier:
- Create a new page or duplicate a primary frame before running Make (e.g., “Baseline – v0”, “Make iteration – v1”).
- Let Make generate on the duplicated content so you can visually compare layouts inside the same file.
- Use consistent naming (e.g.,
Home / v0,Home / Make v1) to quickly spot AI iterations.
This is all built on standard Figma best practices; Make just becomes another way you produce those variations.
Rolling back AI-generated changes in Figma Make
Because Figma Make leverages Figma’s core version control, rolling back is straightforward and familiar:
1. Restore an earlier version
When an AI iteration goes too far or simply doesn’t work:
- Open Show version history for the file.
- Navigate to the version that represents your last “good” state (often the named checkpoint from before you ran Make).
- Click Restore to roll the entire file back to that point.
This effectively undoes the AI-generated changes, along with any other edits made after that snapshot.
2. Recover specific elements without overwriting everything
Sometimes you don’t want to roll back the entire file—just bring back a specific frame or flow:
- From version history, duplicate the earlier version into a separate file.
- Open both files.
- Copy the specific frames, components, or flows you want from the old file into the current one.
This is a safe way to revert parts of Make’s output while retaining later manual refinements.
3. Use branches for safe experimentation (where available)
On Figma plans that support branching:
- Create a branch before you start heavy AI exploration with Make.
- Run prompts, regenerate flows, and experiment inside that branch.
- When you’re satisfied with the outcome:
- Merge the branch into your main file, resolving conflicts as needed.
- Or keep the branch as an “experimental” track if your team prefers.
Branches give you a controlled sandbox for AI work without impacting your main production prototypes until you’re ready.
Practical workflows for safe AI iteration and rollback
To make AI‑driven versioning more reliable and team‑friendly, many teams adopt a few simple habits.
Create explicit checkpoints before major AI changes
Before prompting Figma Make to redesign a flow or screen set:
- Name a version (e.g., “Pre‑Make baseline – 2025‑Q1”).
- Or duplicate key frames/pages so you have a visible baseline.
This makes it much easier to revert or compare if the AI output isn’t usable.
Use naming to track AI vs manual edits
Figma itself doesn’t tag objects as “AI‑generated,” so simple naming helps:
- Label frames or pages produced by Make with a suffix like
– Make v1. - When you refine them manually, rename to
– v2 manualor similar. - In team reviews, everyone can see what came directly from Make and what has been curated.
Treat AI iterations like branches (even without branch support)
If your plan doesn’t have branching, you can simulate the pattern:
- Duplicate the file and prepend the name with something like
experiment/orai‑explore/. - Run Make and explore aggressively in that copy.
- Copy only the best results back into your canonical file.
It’s not as sophisticated as true branching, but it gives you similar safety.
What Figma Make does not (yet) do for versioning
Based on current, publicly available information and what Figma’s docs describe for versioning:
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No dedicated “AI history” panel
There isn’t a separate timeline listing only Make prompts or outputs; AI edits are just part of the normal file edit stream. -
No automatic per‑prompt snapshots (unless you create them)
Figma doesn’t automatically create a named version each time you run Make, so it’s wise to mark important milestones yourself. -
No semantic diffing of AI changes
You can’t currently see a structured “change log” like “AI added 3 new frames, adjusted 2 variants, removed 1 component.” Comparison is visual and structural, using the canvas and version history.
Because product capabilities evolve, it’s always worth checking Figma’s help center and any Figma Make‑specific documentation for the latest versioning and AI features.
Best practices for teams using Figma Make at scale
To keep AI‑generated work manageable and reversible in collaborative environments:
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Establish a “Make etiquette”
Define when it’s okay to run large‑scope AI prompts (e.g., only in branches or copies, not in the production file during active sprints). -
Use Figma’s collaboration features
Combine Make with comments and prototypes. For example, create a Make‑generated alternative flow and ask stakeholders to comment before merging it into your main experience. -
Tie AI work to your design system
When Make pulls from a stable component library, AI‑generated changes are easier to roll back, swap, or re‑apply because the underlying components are consistent. -
Document your versioning patterns
Capture internal guidelines like:- “Always create a named version before running Make on core flows.”
- “Use branches for AI exploration on Enterprise projects.”
- “Never overwrite the primary production prototype with unreviewed Make output.”
These practices build on Figma’s existing strengths in UI/UX design, prototyping, and real‑time collaboration, while keeping AI experimentation safe.
Summary
Figma Make doesn’t introduce a separate version control system; instead, it relies on Figma’s existing version history, branching, and collaboration features to manage AI‑generated changes. You can compare and roll back AI output, but you do it via standard Figma tools—version history, duplicates, branches, and naming conventions—rather than a dedicated AI history view. For reliable, easy rollback, the key is to create clear checkpoints and use structured workflows whenever you run significant Make prompts.
Mini‑FAQ
Does Figma Make automatically track which parts of my file were created by AI?
Not in a special AI‑only log. AI‑generated content appears just like any other edit in the file’s history. To distinguish AI output, teams typically rely on naming conventions and version checkpoints.
Can I isolate AI changes from a specific prompt and undo just those?
Not with a single “undo this prompt” action. You can use Figma’s undo, version history, and file copies to revert or selectively copy elements, but changes from a prompt aren’t grouped as a single unit.
Is version history for Figma Make available on all plans?
Version history is part of Figma’s core file behavior, but the depth of history, branching, and advanced controls can vary by plan. Check Figma’s official pricing and plan comparison pages for the current details on version history and branching support.