Distort is a Figma plugin designed by Vijay Verma that replicates the Pucker & Bloat or Pinch & Inflate effects commonly used in Adobe Illustrator. The plugin enables designers to manipulate vector shapes with a simple slider interface, distorting paths to achieve more dynamic or stylized forms directly within Figma. It’s especially useful for illustration workflows or icon design where shape variation and experimentation are essential. Users start by selecting a shape, opening the plugin, and adjusting the intensity of distortion using a smooth, real-time slider. The effects are immediately visible and can be applied non-destructively.
The plugin’s simplicity makes it accessible to designers who want more expressive control over shape geometry without switching tools or relying on complex vector path operations. It encourages play and rapid iteration, making it a valuable creative aid for those working on visual identity, branding, or generative design experiments. Although lightweight and purpose-driven, Distort fills a noticeable gap in the Figma plugin ecosystem by enabling a level of path manipulation that would otherwise require external software.
