How to Use Cursor Chat in Figma
- George Apostolov
How to Use Cursor Chat in Figma: step-by-step guide
To get started, right-click anywhere around your Figma design canvas.
Select 'Cursor Chat' afterwards.
Next, type your message.
Finally, the message will be displayed next to your mouse cursor. Your co-designer can see your chat before it disappears after a few seconds.
Quick answer: To use Cursor Chat in Figma, right-click anywhere around your design canvas and select 'Cursor Chat'. Type your message so it appears next to your mouse cursor, allowing your co-designer to view it before it disappears after a few seconds.
About this Figma tutorial
Send quick messages right next to your mouse cursor for co-designers to see in Figma by using the Cursor Chat feature. This guide shows how to use Cursor Chat in Figma in 4 steps, starting with "To get started, right-click anywhere around your Figma design canvas" and finishing with "Finally, the message will be displayed next to your mouse cursor. Your co-designer can...". The interactive demo above is a click-through copy of the real Figma interface, so you can rehearse each step before doing it in your own account.
Frequently asked questions
How many steps does it take to use Cursor Chat in Figma?
4 steps. Each one is listed in order above, and the demo highlights exactly where to click.
Can I try it without changing my own account?
Yes. Clicking through the demo doesn't touch your Figma data or settings. Once you know the flow, repeat it in your own workspace.
This tutorial is filed under Figma. Related guides: How to Use Figma Plugins, How to Use Figma to Design an App and How to Use Font Awesome in Figma. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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