The Variables Translator plugin for Figma, developed by Specify, helps designers and developers manage multilingual text content by translating string variables stored in Figma collections. Using Figma’s Variables feature, the plugin automates the process of creating a new mode that includes translated versions of all string variables into the target language of your choice. This makes it particularly useful for product teams working on internationalized or localized interfaces.
The plugin workflow is straightforward: users choose a collection of string variables, define the source language, and select the desired output language. Once processed, the plugin generates a parallel set of translated strings under a new mode—allowing teams to easily switch between languages while maintaining consistency in design components. It’s especially effective for scaling UI content across multiple regions, reducing manual duplication and translation overhead.
