How to Audit Your Design System in Figma
ComponentQA runs comprehensive design system audits in seconds. It checks for token usage, component health, override patterns, and accessibility issues across your entire file or selected pages.
The Problem
Design system drift happens silently and compounds over time
- Teams create one-off styles instead of using tokens
- Component overrides accumulate without review
- No visibility into which files follow design system rules
- Manual audits are too slow to run regularly
Step-by-Step Solution
How to Audit Your Design System in Figma
1
Configure audit rules
Set which checks to run: detached instances, token validation, color drift, spacing issues, and accessibility warnings.
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Pro tip: Start with the default ruleset and customize based on your design system requirements.
2
Run the audit
Select your scope (page or file) and click "Run Audit." ComponentQA analyzes every layer against your rules and generates a categorized report.
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Pro tip: Schedule weekly audits by saving your configuration for quick re-runs.
3
Triage and fix issues
Review issues by severity. Click any issue to navigate directly to the problem layer. Mark issues as "Ignored" if they are intentional deviations.
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Pro tip: Export the audit report to share with your team or include in design reviews.
Why Use ComponentQA?
Audit entire files in under 60 seconds
Customizable rules for your design system
Severity levels help prioritize fixes
Track improvement over time
Exportable reports for stakeholders
Frequently Asked Questions
Common Questions About Audit Your Design System in Figma
What does ComponentQA check for?
ComponentQA audits detached instances, dirty overrides, non-token colors, spacing violations, deprecated components, accessibility contrast, and more. You can enable or disable individual checks.
Can I audit multiple files at once?
Currently, ComponentQA audits one file at a time. For multi-file audits, you can run the plugin in each file and compare reports.
How do I define my design system rules?
ComponentQA reads your published styles and variables as the source of truth. Any deviation from these tokens is flagged as potential drift.
Can I ignore intentional deviations?
Yes. You can mark specific issues as "Ignored" so they do not appear in future audits. This is useful for approved exceptions.
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