This Figma tip video introduces the concept of scoped component slots, a new way to manage overrides within nested components. The feature allows designers to isolate and replace specific content areas—like icons or text—inside a component without affecting the rest of its structure. Scoped slots bring more clarity and control to complex design systems, eliminating the need to detach instances or duplicate elements just to make localized changes.
By demonstrating real-world use cases such as updating a single icon within a navigation bar, the video shows how scoped slots streamline workflows and maintain consistency across component libraries. This functionality is especially valuable for teams working with large-scale design systems, where flexible overrides must coexist with design governance. The scoped approach ensures that customizations remain neatly organized and easy to manage, aligning with Figma’s broader goals around scalable component architecture.
