Why aren't the MCP server tools loading?

If you use the desktop server:

1. Make sure the Figma desktop app is open, with a Figma Design file open.
2. Make sure the desktop server is on. In Dev Mode, go to the MCP server section of the right sidebar and click Enable desktop MCP server.
3. Restart the Figma desktop app and your MCP client.

If you use the remote server:

1. Make sure your MCP client is set up with https://mcp.figma.com/mcp. If not, set up the remote server.
2. Sign in to Figma again from your MCP client, or reinstall the server.
3. Restart your MCP client.

If remote-only tools like use_figma or generate_figma_design are missing, your client may be using the desktop server instead. Learn how to fix a conflicting server setup.

note

An error like "We're having trouble connecting to the model provider" comes from your MCP client, not the Figma MCP server. It usually means your client can't reach its AI model or the connection timed out. Try again later.