OpenPencil
Open-source alternative to Figma
OpenPencil is an open-source design editor, an alternative to Figma. It runs on desktop and in the browser, supports Figma files, and offers components and auto layout for building interfaces. It suits designers who want a free, flexible design tool that works across their devices.
Key features
- Design editor for desktop and web
- Supports Figma files
- Components and auto layout
Before you switch
Design tools are about file compatibility as much as features. Before switching, test importing one real project file and exporting it in the formats your collaborators need. Browser-based open-source design tools have closed the gap fast, and self-hosting means your design files never sit on someone else’s server.
Like every project on OpenShelf, OpenPencil is developed in the open — you can read the code, follow development, and even contribute. Check the system requirements and the project’s own documentation linked on this page before installing.