Using Figma for Scrum
Browser-based with no installation required — runs on any OS and enables instant sharing via URL, removing friction for cross-functional collaboration with PMs, engineers, and stakeholders. When combined with Scrum, this makes Figma a strong candidate for teams who want a structured, repeatable workflow without sacrificing flexibility. Scrum works best in Figma when you leverage its core workflow features to implement the framework's key practices directly in the tool your team already lives in.
Scrum structures work into fixed-length sprints (typically 2 weeks) with defined ceremonies: sprint planning, daily standup, sprint review, and retrospective.
How to set up Scrum in Figma
Set up your project and backlog
In Figma, create a new project and use a list view filtered to "Not started" as your backlog. Add a custom field for story points. Keep the backlog sorted by priority.
Create your first sprint
Figma doesn't have a native sprint container. Create a filtered view or milestone representing the sprint window. Use a label like "Sprint 14" and filter cards by it on your board.
Configure your sprint board
Create a list view grouped by status. Use statuses: To Do, In Progress, In Review, Done. This gives your Scrum board visibility even without a visual board layout.
Set up velocity tracking and retrospective workflow
Track velocity manually in a spreadsheet linked to your Figma workspace. After each sprint retrospective, create action items directly in the backlog with a "Retro Action" label so they're visible in sprint planning.
Which Figma features matter for Scrum
Figma has 0 of 2 core Scrum features natively.