--- title: "April 2026 Highlights: Grid Support, Better Exports, AI Workflow Updates & More" url: https://uichemy.com/blog/april-2026-highlights/ date: 2026-05-13 modified: 2026-05-13 author: "Sagar Patel" description: "Designing in Figma is getting faster, and now, building from it should be just as smooth. This month, we focused on improving layout flexibility, AI design compatibility, and overall export reliability in..." categories: - "Blog" - "Product Announcements" image: https://uichemy.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/UiChemy-April-2026-Highlights-1024x536.jpeg word_count: 446 --- # April 2026 Highlights: Grid Support, Better Exports, AI Workflow Updates & More ## Key Takeaways - UiChemy now supports exporting Grid-based layouts from Figma directly into Elementor, enhancing control over alignment and spacing. - UiChemy improves compatibility with Elementor v4 workflows, resulting in a smoother Figma-to-WordPress experience. - Better export handling for AI-generated designs is introduced, reducing layout issues and saving time during development. Designing in Figma is getting faster, and now, building from it should be just as smooth. This month, we focused on improving **layout flexibility, AI design compatibility, and overall export reliability** in UiChemy. Here’s what’s new and what’s coming next. ### 🔥 Highlight of the Month **More Flexible Layouts with Grid Support** You can now export **Grid-based layouts from Figma directly into Elementor**. This gives you better control over alignment, spacing, and structure, especially for complex layouts. Less manual fixing means you can **build faster and deliver projects more efficiently**. ### 🚀 Product Updates We’ve introduced a few **important improvements** to make your Figma-to-WordPress workflow smoother and more reliable. **Key Updates** - Added **Grid Container support in Elementor** for flexible layouts - Improved compatibility with **Elementor v4 workflows** - Better export handling for **AI-generated designs (Figma Make & Google Stitch AI)** - More reliable output with improved **layout consistency across designs** Along with this, we’ve made several **export and performance improvements** to reduce layout issues and save time. ### ⚡ Quick Win Creators are speeding up their workflow with UiChemy. ***“[Excellent plugin & outstanding support!](https://wordpress.org/support/topic/excellent-plugin-outstanding-support-25/)”*** *Smooth to use, time-saving, and backed by a responsive support team that genuinely cares about users and the product.* ### 😉 Did You Know? You can **prepare your Figma designs with proper structure and spacing before export** to get better results in WordPress. Well-organized layers and consistent styles help UiChemy generate **cleaner layouts with fewer adjustments needed later**. A simple step that can save a lot of time during development. ## 🛠 Tool of the Month #### Tokens Studio for Figma [![](https://store.posimyth.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/figma-tokens-1024x489.png)](https://tokens.studio/) Manage and sync your **design system tokens** like colors, typography, spacing, and themes directly inside Figma. A powerful way to maintain consistency between design and development workflows, especially helpful for teams, freelancers, and agencies working on scalable projects. ### 🧠 Helpful Resource **Design Optimization for Better Output** Preparing your design properly before export can make a huge difference. With UiChemy, following a **structured design approach** helps: - Reduce layout issues - Improve consistency across pages - Speed up the overall workflow This is especially helpful for **freelancers and agencies** managing multiple projects. ### 👀 Coming Next We’re working on making UiChemy even smarter and more efficient. **Upcoming Improvements** - **UiChemy MCP**: export designs using AI tools like Claude - **Manual Design Optimization Support**: step-by-step guidance inside the plugin These updates will help you reduce manual work and improve export quality. The upcoming **Manual Design Optimization Support** will guide you through important optimization steps based on your design structure, helping you create cleaner exports and improve your workflow over time. It will cover as many suggestions as possible, though some adjustments may still depend on the original design structure. That’s all for April. Our focus remains the same, helping you **turn Figma designs into live WordPress websites faster and more efficiently**. **Subscribe our Newsletter, get Monthly & Weekly Product updates, News and more….✉️** ## Frequently Asked Questions **Q: How does grid support improve my Figma to WordPress workflow?** A: Grid support allows you to export grid-based layouts from Figma directly into Elementor, enhancing control over alignment, spacing, and structure. This is particularly beneficial for complex layouts, as it reduces the need for manual adjustments, enabling faster project delivery. **Q: What improvements have been made for AI-generated designs in UiChemy?** A: UiChemy has improved export handling for AI-generated designs created with tools like Figma Make and Google Stitch AI. These enhancements lead to more reliable output and better layout consistency across designs, which can save time and reduce layout issues during the development process. **Q: What best practices should I follow when preparing Figma designs for export?** A: Organizing your Figma layers and maintaining consistent styles before export can significantly improve the results in WordPress. A well-structured design helps UiChemy generate cleaner layouts with fewer adjustments needed later, ultimately speeding up your workflow. **Q: What common mistakes do users make when using UiChemy?** A: Many users overlook the importance of preparing their Figma designs with proper structure and spacing before export. This can lead to increased manual adjustments in WordPress. Ensuring a clean design setup can save significant time during the development phase. **Q: What are the upcoming features planned for UiChemy?** A: Upcoming improvements include the UiChemy MCP, which will allow exporting designs using AI tools like Claude, and Manual Design Optimization Support that provides step-by-step guidance within the plugin. These features aim to reduce manual work and enhance export quality.