Learning Timeline
Key Insights
Why Screenshots Often Outperform Figma Imports
Directly importing Figma files can often lead to 'messy' code because it replicates the Figma layer structure, which may not be optimized for the web. The screenshot-to-code technique allows the AI to reconstruct a clean DOM structure based on what it 'sees', resulting in much cleaner and more maintainable code.
Tips for Visual Accuracy
If the AI misinterprets an element (such as mistaking a button for a text box), provide a correction prompt in Bolt.new like: 'Change the search box to a functional input field with a search icon on the right'.
Prompts
Optimizing Frontend Code
Target:
Bolt.new
I have this UI code from a screenshot. Please refine it to be fully responsive using Tailwind CSS, ensure all buttons have hover states, and use Lucide React for any icons. Here is the code: [PASTE_CODE_HERE]
Step by Step
Steps to Prepare a Figma Design for AI
- Open your design file in Figma.
- Select the specific frame or section you want to convert into code.
- Right-click on the selected frame.
- Select 'Copy/Paste as' from the dropdown menu.
- Click 'Copy as PNG' to capture the exact visual (screenshot-to-code technique).
- Ensure the resolution is high enough so the AI can accurately identify small elements like icons and text.
Converting Visuals to Code via Magic Patterns
- Visit the Magic Patterns website (magicpatterns.com).
- Click on the main input area or press 'Ctrl+V' (Windows) or 'Cmd+V' (Mac) to paste your Figma image.
- Wait for the AI to analyze the visual structure and automatically generate React/Tailwind CSS code.
- Click on the 'Code' tab to view the generated syntax.
- Click the 'Copy Code' button to copy the entire code to your clipboard.
Building a Complete Website on Bolt.new
- Open your web browser and go to Bolt.new.
- Paste the code copied from Magic Patterns into the chat prompt box at the bottom.
- Add specific instructions in the prompt for additional functionality (e.g., adding interactivity or API logic).
- Press 'Enter' or click the send button to start a 'Live Preview' session.
- Monitor the right panel to see your website functioning in real-time.
- Click the 'Deploy' button at the top right if you want to host your website on Netlify or other platforms.
