Release Notes
2025.01.14
Improved accessibility for frame titles on the canvas

Now, the frame title displayed on the canvas automatically adapt to the background color, ensuring good contrast and readability across different background colors.

2024.12.22
Color variables

You can now create color variables and set variable values of different modes to speed up the process of multi-theme designs, such as dark mode, high contrast, etc. Regardless of the version you're using, you can create and use up to 99 variable modes. More variable types will be introduced soon. Learn more

2024.11.22
Remove all auto layout

You can now easily remove all auto layouts on the selected frame and its nested frames using "Remove all auto layout" feature in the right-click menu under "More layout options".

2024.11.12
Display colors in more syntax

In Dev Mode, UIColor, ARGB, and other syntax suitable for SwiftUI and Compose code are now supported. You can select the syntax that matches your coding preferences, allowing you to directly apply copied color properties in your code.

2024.11.06
Improved calculation logic of text line heights and baselines

We optimized the logic for calculating text line heights and baselines, making the design in Motiff more closely aligned with the actual rendering results in the development phase.

2024.11.04
iPhone 16 and paper size preset frames

When creating a new frame, we support preset sizes for iPhone 16 series devices, which allows you to preview your designs even if you don't have the latest devices. Moreover, we have added preset sizes for common paper sizes, making graphic design more convenient.

2024.10.25
SwiftUI and Compose

We have added SwiftUI and Compose to Dev Mode. You can choose from the code settings in Dev Mode as needed.

2024.09.24
Default libraries for an organization

On the Organization plan, admins can set up a default library for the entire organization. This library will be automatically enabled in all files created within the organization. Organization members will no longer need to enable it manually for each new file. Learn more

2024.09.24
Log in with SAML SSO

In the Organization plan, admins can enable and configure SAML SSO for the organization to help prevent password breaches. Once enabled, organization members can use SSO to log in Motiff securely. Learn more

2024.09.12
Email notification settings

You can now manage the types of email notifications you want to receive in your account settings to minimize unnecessary interruptions. Learn more

2024.08.27
Default library for a team

Team admins can set up a default library for the team. This library will be automatically enabled for all files created within the team. Team members will no longer need to enable it manually for each new file.

Moreover, any user can manage default libraries for their personal drafts in account settings. Learn more

2024.08.22
Export to AVIF format

AVIF is an open image file format for storing images or image sequences compressed with AV1. Compared to formats like JPEG and WebP, AVIF offers higher compression efficiency while maintaining superior image details. In recent years, AVIF has become one of the most commonly used image file formats on the web. Now, you can set the export file type to AVIF in the export settings.

2024.08.20
Open files in the desktop app

If you prefer to work with the Motiff desktop app instead of your browser, you can open Motiff in your browser and select "Open links in desktop app" in the preferences settings. Once set, every time you open a Motiff file in your browser, you will automatically be redirected to the desktop app to open the file.

2024.07.31
Performance optimization for high-frequency scenarios

Based on user feedback during the beta testing, we have optimized the performance for high-frequency scenarios:

  • Upgrade performance for file import: The speed of file import and the first-time file opening after import is now faster.
  • Higher efficiency for file creation: The time to create a new file is reduced to 0.5 seconds. You can start your design swiftly.
  • Faster file opening: File opening speed has been improved for a smoother experience.
  • Smoother operation: Basic operations such as batch copy and undo are optimized for smoother operation.
2024.07.30
Shared font in an organization

On the Organization plan, organization admins can upload shared fonts. Once uploaded, other members can use the fonts directly without installing it. Learn more

2024.07.23
New middle mouse click interactions

We have supported some new middle mouse button interactions.

  • You can drag the canvas by long-pressing the middle mouse button to switch to the hand tool.
  • In the desktop app, you can middle-click on a tab to close it.
2024.07.15
New blend modes

We support two additional blend modes: darker and lighter. They are mainly applied in iOS design. Learn more

2024.07.15
Display selected color in Dev Mode

We have added a module for selected color in Dev Mode. It shows all colors within the selected range, which allows developers to quickly view and copy colors for easier integration.

2024.06.05
Motiff global official launch

Commercial plans

We officially launch three plans to meet the diverse needs of different teams, including Starter plan, Professional plan, and Organization plan. The Starter plan is free to use and has all basic editing features. The Professional plan is tailored for individuals and small teams. The Organization plan is suitable for medium to large organizations.

Visit motiff.com to compare different plans, understand Motiff's pricing philosophy, and learn about our fair pricing policy.


Motiff AI

Motiff AI includes AI Toolbox, AI Design Systems, and Motiff Lab. Currently, Motiff AI is in its beta stage and all AI features are free for a limited time.

  • AI Toolbox: Includes the new AI Reduplication feature and the enhanced AI Layout feature, both designed to boost your productivity through AI.

    • AI Reduplication: Create multiple reduplications with different content through a single drag-and-drop action. This simplifies the construction of realistic user interfaces. Learn more
    • AI layout: In addition to the flexibility of switching between free-form design and structured design with "AI builds temporary structure", you can now quickly add auto layouts to selected layers by AI with “AI adds auto layout”. Learn More
  • AI Design Systems: Enhances the efficiency and design quality of the teams by simplifying the creation, maintenance, and usage of design systems. Building on our existing features of AI Design System Creator, we now offer maintenance and consistency checking tools.

    • AI Design System Maintainer: Automatically extract new styles and components from your latest design files based on your existing design system, significantly reducing the time needed for design system maintenance. Learn more
    • AI Consistency Checker: Scans design files and compares them to the design system, flagging color, text, and components that aren't in the design system. It also supports one-click bulk replacement with standardized styles within the design system. Learn more
  • Motiff Lab: You can try our latest AI experimental features and explore their potentials in the future. In addition to the existing AI Magic Box, we have added a brand new feature called AI Generates UI.

    • AI Generates UI: Generate mobile UI interfaces from text prompts with a single click.

Protoyping and preview

You can now add interactions for UI interfaces, swiftly create high-fidelity, interactive prototypes for easy validation.

  • Create prototypes: Set various triggers, actions, and animations to create realistic user interactions. Learn More
  • Scrolling settings: Set overflow properties to mimic user panning and scrolling in long page of content and an interactive map.
  • Present prototypes: We support web-based presentation and sharing of prototype files. You can also preview prototype interactions on mobile devices. Learn more
2024.06.05
Motiff desktop app

We have released desktop apps for both macOS and Windows. You can download and install them from motiff.com.

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