Figma to Elementor: Complete Conversion Guide 2026

You’ve spent hours perfecting your Figma design. The spacing is precise, the typography is on point, and your client loves the mockup. Now comes the part that makes most designers cringe: actually building it in WordPress.

The traditional approach means manually recreating every element in Elementor, adjusting padding values pixel by pixel, and hoping the final result somewhat resembles your original vision. This process typically consumes 4-8 hours for a simple landing page and that’s if everything goes smoothly.

But here’s what’s changed in 2026: the Figma to Elementor workflow has evolved dramatically. Whether you choose manual conversion, automated tools like Figmentor, or a hybrid approach, you can now achieve pixel-perfect results in a fraction of the time. This guide walks you through every method, complete with step-by-step instructions, real benchmarks, and the exact techniques our team uses for client projects.

Understanding the Figma to Elementor Workflow

Before diving into conversion methods, let’s establish what actually happens when you move a design from Figma to Elementor. Understanding this process helps you choose the right approach and troubleshoot issues effectively.

What Gets Converted (and What Doesn’t)

Figma and Elementor speak different languages. Figma uses frames, auto-layout, and vector graphics. Elementor uses containers, flexbox, and widgets. The conversion process translates between these systems:

The elements in green (low complexity) convert almost perfectly. Medium complexity items require some manual adjustment. High complexity features often need custom CSS or alternative approaches.

The Three Conversion Approaches

1. Manual Recreation You visually reference the Figma file while building in Elementor from scratch. This gives you complete control but requires significant time and Elementor expertise.

Best for: Simple designs, learning Elementor, heavy customization needs

2. Design Token Export You extract spacing, colors, typography, and component specs from Figma, then apply them systematically in Elementor. This ensures consistency but still requires manual building.

Best for: Design system implementation, team workflows, brand consistency

3. Automated Conversion Tools analyze your Figma file and generate Elementor-compatible code or templates. This dramatically speeds up the process but may require cleanup for complex designs.

Best for: Speed, complex layouts, repeated similar projects

Manual Conversion: Step-by-Step Process

Let’s start with the foundational approach. Even if you plan to use automation, understanding manual conversion helps you troubleshoot issues and make refinements.

Step 1: Prepare Your Figma File

Clean organization dramatically improves conversion success, whether manual or automated.

Frame Structure:

• Use frames for every section (not groups)
• Name frames descriptively: “Hero-Section”, “Features-Grid”, “CTA-Block”
• Nest frames logically: Page → Section → Content → Elements

Auto-Layout Setup:

• Apply auto-layout to all container frames
• Set explicit padding values (not “auto”)
• Define gap spacing between elements
• Use “Fill container” or fixed widths—avoid “Hug contents” for main sections

Asset Preparation:

• Export images at 2x resolution for retina displays
• Convert complex vectors to SVG
• Use web-safe fonts or note custom font files needed
• Document any animations or interactions separately

Step 2: Extract Design Specifications

Before opening Elementor, document every value you’ll need:

Typography Scale:

H1: Inter Bold, 48px/56px, #1A1A1A
H2: Inter Semibold, 36px/44px, #1A1A1A
H3: Inter Semibold, 24px/32px, #1A1A1A
Body: Inter Regular, 16px/26px, #4A4A4A
Small: Inter Regular, 14px/22px, #6A6A6A

Spacing System:

Section padding: 80px (desktop), 48px (mobile)
Content max-width: 1200px
Column gaps: 32px
Element spacing: 24px
Button padding: 16px 32px

Color Palette:

Primary: #2563EB
Primary hover: #1D4ED8
Secondary: #10B981
Text primary: #1A1A1A
Text secondary: #4A4A4A
Background: #FFFFFF
Surface: #F9FAFB

Pro tip: Create a Notion or Google Doc with these specs. You’ll reference it constantly during the build.

Step 3: Set Up Elementor Site Settings

Configure global settings before building any pages:

1. Typography: Navigate to Site Settings → Global Fonts

   • Add your font families (Google Fonts or custom)
   • Create text styles matching your Figma typography scale
   • Name them identically: “Heading 1”, “Heading 2”, “Body”, etc.

2. Colors: Site Settings → Global Colors

   • Add all palette colors with clear names
   • Use the same naming convention as Figma
   • Include hover states and variations

3. Layout: Site Settings → Layout

   • Set content width to match your Figma max-width
   • Configure container defaults
   • Set default gap values

4. Breakpoints: Site Settings → Breakpoints

   • Match Figma’s responsive frames (typically 1440px, 1024px, 768px, 375px)
   • Elementor default breakpoints work for most projects

Step 4: Build Section by Section

Work through your design systematically:

Header Section:

1. Add a container with flexbox (row direction)
2. Insert logo image widget (link to homepage)
3. Add navigation menu widget or individual buttons
4. Apply your spacing tokens (padding, gaps)
5. Set sticky positioning if needed

Hero Section:

1. Create main container (column direction, centered)
2. Add nested container for content (max-width constrained)
3. Insert heading, text, and button widgets
4. Apply typography styles from Site Settings
5. Add background image or gradient if designed

Content Sections:

1. Continue the container + widget pattern
2. Use flexbox for multi-column layouts
3. Reference exact pixel values from Figma
4. Test each section at all breakpoints before moving on

Step 5: Responsive Adjustments

This is where manual conversion gets tedious. For each breakpoint:

1. Switch to tablet view (1024px)
2. Adjust font sizes (typically 80-90% of desktop)
3. Reduce padding (typically 60-70% of desktop)
4. Stack columns if needed (change flex direction)
5. Hide decorative elements that crowd mobile

Repeat for mobile (768px and 375px).

Time Estimate for Manual Conversion:

• Simple landing page (5 sections): 3-4 hours
• Multi-page site (10 pages): 20-30 hours
• Complex design with animations: 40+ hours

Automated Conversion with Figmentor

Manual conversion works, but time is money. Let’s explore how automation dramatically accelerates this workflow.

How Figmentor Works

Figmentor bridges Figma and Elementor through a three-step process:

1. Figma Plugin Export: Select frames in Figma, click export. The plugin analyzes your design structure, extracts styles, and packages everything.

2. Cloud Processing: The Figmentor platform converts Figma’s JSON structure into Elementor-compatible format. This includes mapping auto-layout to flexbox, converting text styles, and optimizing images.

3. WordPress Import: The Figmentor WordPress plugin imports the converted template directly into Elementor. You get a fully editable page matching your Figma design.

Step-by-Step Automated Workflow

Step 1: Install the Figma Plugin

• Open Figma, navigate to Plugins
• Search “Figmentor” and install
• Connect your Figmentor account

Step 2: Prepare Your Frame

• Select the frame you want to convert
• Ensure auto-layout is applied (critical for accurate conversion)
• Name your layers clearly (aids organization in Elementor)

Step 3: Export from Figma

• Run the Figmentor plugin (right-click → Plugins → Figmentor)
• Select export settings:
  • Image format (WebP recommended for performance)
  • Resolution (2x for retina)
  • Responsive breakpoints to include
• Click “Export to Figmentor”

Step 4: Review in Figmentor Platform

• Log into figmentor.io
• Open your exported project
• Preview the conversion
• Make any cloud-side adjustments if needed

Step 5: Import to WordPress

• Install Figmentor WordPress plugin
• Navigate to Figmentor → Import
• Select your project
• Choose destination (new page or existing)
• Click “Import to Elementor”

Step 6: Refine in Elementor

• Open the imported page in Elementor
• Review each section
• Make minor adjustments (rare with well-prepared Figma files)
• Add interactions, animations, or dynamic content

Conversion Accuracy Benchmarks: Based on our testing with 500+ conversions:

• Simple layouts (text + images): 98-99% accuracy
• Medium complexity (grids, cards): 95-97% accuracy
• Complex designs (overlaps, masks): 88-92% accuracy (may need CSS tweaks)

Time Comparison:

Optimizing Your Figma Files for Conversion

Whether you choose manual or automated conversion, properly structured Figma files make everything easier. Here’s what we’ve learned from thousands of conversions.

Auto-Layout Is Non-Negotiable

Elementor’s container system maps directly to Figma’s auto-layout. Designs without auto-layout convert poorly because there’s no structural information to translate.

Do This:

• Apply auto-layout to every frame (even single-element frames)
• Set explicit padding on all sides
• Define gaps between elements
• Use “Fill container” for flexible widths
• Set min/max width constraints where needed

Avoid This:

• Absolute positioning within frames
• Overlapping elements without proper layering
• “Hug contents” on main section frames
• Inconsistent spacing (eyeballed instead of explicit)

Component Structure That Converts Well

Figma components become reusable Elementor templates when structured correctly:

Good Component Architecture:

Button Component
├── Frame (auto-layout, horizontal)
│   ├── Icon (optional)
│   └── Text
└── Variants: Primary, Secondary, Outline, Ghost

Why It Works:

• Clear hierarchy translates to widget structure
• Variants map to style variations
• Consistent naming enables bulk editing

Naming Conventions That Help

Layer names become element labels in Elementor. Clear names speed up post-conversion editing:

Recommended Naming:

• Sections: Hero, Features, Testimonials, CTA
• Containers: Content-Wrapper, Grid-3col, Card-Container
• Elements: Headline-Primary, Body-Text, CTA-Button

Avoid:

• Default names: Frame 234, Rectangle 1, Group
• Abbreviations only you understand: hdr-btn-main-v2
• Special characters: Hero/Main/V2 (Final)

Image Optimization Before Export

Process images in Figma before conversion:

1. Right-size images: Don’t use 4000px images for 400px display areas
2. Flatten complex graphics: Reduce layer complexity for cleaner export
3. Use fills for backgrounds: Background images as fills export more reliably
4. Mark decorative images: Note which images need alt text vs. decorative

Handling Common Conversion Challenges

Even optimized files encounter issues. Here’s how to solve the most common problems.

Challenge 1: Responsive Breakpoints Don’t Match

Symptom: Desktop looks perfect, tablet is broken.

Cause: Figma and Elementor use different default breakpoints.

Solution:

1. Before export, check Elementor’s breakpoints (Settings → Breakpoints)
2. Create Figma frames matching those exact widths
3. Or adjust Elementor breakpoints to match your Figma frames
4. Re-export and re-import affected sections

Challenge 2: Fonts Don’t Display Correctly

Symptom: Fallback fonts appear instead of your custom typeface.

Cause: Font files aren’t loaded in WordPress.

Solution:

1. For Google Fonts: Add them via Elementor → Site Settings → Global Fonts
2. For custom fonts: Upload via WordPress dashboard or use a plugin like Custom Fonts
3. Ensure font weights match exactly (600 in Figma = Semibold, not Bold)
4. Clear browser and site cache after adding fonts

Challenge 3: Spacing Feels “Off”

Symptom: Padding and margins don’t match the Figma design.

Cause: Figma’s auto-layout padding includes different edge cases than Elementor.

Solution:

1. Check if padding is set on the container vs. individual elements
2. Verify gap values (space between vs. padding around)
3. Use browser DevTools to inspect computed values
4. Adjust Elementor padding/margin until pixel-perfect

Challenge 4: Complex Overlays and Masks

Symptom: Layered elements or masked images don’t convert.

Cause: Figma masks and blend modes don’t have direct Elementor equivalents.

Solution:

1. Flatten complex graphics to a single image before export
2. Recreate overlays with Elementor’s background overlay feature
3. Use CSS clip-path for complex shapes:

.masked-element {
  clip-path: polygon(0 0, 100% 0, 100% 85%, 0 100%);
}

4. Consider the design—do you really need the complexity, or can you simplify?

Challenge 5: Interactions and Animations

Symptom: Figma prototyping animations don’t transfer.

Cause: Animation logic requires JavaScript/CSS, not static export.

Cause: This is expected. Figma animations are prototyping tools, not production code.

Solution:

1. Document desired animations in a separate spec
2. Use Elementor’s motion effects for simple animations:
   • Entrance animations (fade, slide, zoom)
   • Scroll effects (parallax, rotation, blur)
   • Hover effects (transform, color change)
3. Add custom CSS for complex animations
4. Use JavaScript libraries (GSAP, Lottie) for advanced motion

Advanced Workflow: Design Systems at Scale

For teams and agencies, converting individual pages is just the beginning. True efficiency comes from design system integration.

Creating Reusable Template Libraries

Instead of converting every page from scratch:

1. Build Core Components:

   • Header variations (sticky, transparent, colored)
   • Footer options
   • Hero sections (5-10 variations)
   • Feature sections
   • Testimonial layouts
   • Pricing tables
   • CTAs and forms

2. Save as Elementor Templates:

   • Edit any section → Right-click → Save as Template
   • Use clear naming: Hero-CenteredText-ImageRight
   • Organize in folders by category

3. Deploy Across Projects:

   • Insert templates → My Templates
   • Customize colors, text, images
   • Build pages in 15-30 minutes instead of hours

Syncing Design Updates

When Figma designs change, you need a sync strategy:

For Small Changes (colors, text, spacing):

• Update Elementor global styles
• Changes propagate to all pages automatically

For Medium Changes (layout adjustments):

• Re-export affected sections only
• Replace in existing pages via template swap

For Major Redesigns:

• Full re-export recommended
• Use version control (Elementor’s revision history)
• Test on staging before production

Team Collaboration Best Practices

For agencies converting multiple projects:

1. Standardize Figma structure with a template file
2. Create conversion checklists for quality control
3. Document common issues in an internal wiki
4. Assign conversion vs. refinement to different team members
5. Track time to improve estimation accuracy

Performance Optimization After Conversion

A pixel-perfect conversion means nothing if the site loads slowly. Here’s our post-conversion optimization checklist.

Image Optimization

Converted sites often have oversized images:

1. Install an optimization plugin: ShortPixel, Imagify, or Smush
2. Convert to WebP: 25-35% smaller than JPEG at equivalent quality
3. Enable lazy loading: Built into WordPress 5.5+ and Elementor
4. Set explicit dimensions: Prevents layout shift (CLS)

CSS and JavaScript Cleanup

Elementor adds styling for every widget:

1. Use Elementor’s built-in optimizer: Settings → Experiments → Optimized Loading
2. Remove unused widgets: If you don’t use Charts, disable it
3. Minimize custom CSS: Consolidate repetitive rules
4. Load scripts conditionally: Use Asset CleanUp or Perfmatters

Core Web Vitals Targets

After optimization, verify performance:

Use PageSpeed Insights to test. Aim for 90+ on mobile, 95+ on desktop.

Choosing the Right Approach for Your Project

With all these options, how do you decide? Use this decision framework:

Choose Manual Conversion When:

• Learning Elementor deeply
• Project has 1-2 simple pages
• Heavy custom functionality required
• Budget prioritizes over time
• Design is intentionally minimal

Choose Automated Conversion When:

• Time is the primary constraint
• Multiple pages or repeating layouts
• Design is finalized (few changes expected)
• Client needs fast turnaround
• You’re building similar sites repeatedly

Choose Hybrid Approach When:

• Complex design with simple sections
• Converting a design system
• Gradual migration of existing site
• Training team on both methods

What’s Next for Figma to Elementor Workflows

The design-to-development pipeline continues evolving. Here’s what we’re seeing in 2026:

AI-Assisted Conversion: Tools are getting smarter at interpreting design intent, not just structure. Expect fewer manual fixes for complex layouts.

Real-Time Sync: Experimental features allow bi-directional sync—edit in Elementor, see updates in Figma (and vice versa).

Component Libraries: Shared libraries between Figma and WordPress themes mean even faster builds for common patterns.

No-Code Animations: Visual animation builders that match Figma’s prototyping capabilities, eliminating the interaction gap.

Conclusion

Converting Figma designs to Elementor no longer requires choosing between speed and quality. With proper Figma preparation, the right tools, and a systematic approach, you can achieve pixel-perfect results in a fraction of the traditional time.

Start with a well-structured Figma file. Use auto-layout everywhere. Name your layers clearly. Then choose your conversion path based on project needs—manual for learning and control, automated for speed and scale, or hybrid for complex projects.

The techniques in this guide work whether you’re a solo freelancer building client sites or an agency scaling design-to-development workflows. The key is consistency: develop your process, document your learnings, and refine with every project.

Your next Figma design doesn’t have to become a multi-day Elementor project. With the right workflow, that beautiful mockup can be a live WordPress site by the end of the day.

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