Smarter prototyping: How designers can use variables to build realistic flows

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Struggling to keep your Figma prototypes realistic without creating hundreds of static frames? One of the biggest challenges in UX design is simulating real user flows that feel dynamic — especially when dealing with things like product states, shopping carts, or conditional feedback. We recently explored how using Figma variables and modes can solve this. You can build logic into your designs: update content, track quantities, toggle states, and even calculate totals - all inside the prototype. No dev handoff required. Read more - Smart prototyping