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Variable Helpers

Variable Helpers

Useful utilities for working with variables

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About this plugin

A collection of useful utilities for working with Figma variables and multi-file token setups.Useful command palette utilities for working with variables and multi-file token setups. Apply Variables to SelectionBinds variables to selected layers by matching their current values (colors, numbers, text) with variables from your local or team libraries. Choose a specific collection or apply all collections at once. Plugin prioritizes variables with higher specificity scopes.Apply closest color to selectionFinds and applies the closest color variable from a collection.Create Colors from SelectionExtracts colors from selected layers and creates color variables for them. Automatically binds the new variables back to their source layers and preserves any existing variable aliases.Create Variables from StylesConverts Figma styles into variables and binds them back to source styles. Choose to convert all styles or filter by type (color only, typography only, or effects only). Handles cases like gradients, font properties, shadows, and blurs.Create transparent colors from selectionCreate transparent versions of your colors on different backgrounds.Swap by Variable NameRemaps aliases in your local collection to reference a different library, but only when the referenced variable names match exactly. Library swap for variables.Swap by Variable ValueRemaps variable aliases by matching their resolved values (colors, numbers, text).

Plugin Details

Version6
CreatedNovember 6, 2025
Last UpdatedDecember 12, 2025
CategoryImport & export plugins
CreatorTaka Shimokobe
Stats1 installs, 2 likes
PricingFree

Technical Details

  • API:1.0.0
  • main:build/main.js
  • Document Access:dynamic-page
  • Editor Types:
    figma
  • Allowed Domains:
    • none