Penpot Plugins

Plugins

Plugins are the perfect tool to extend Penpot's functionalities. You can install available plugins or create one that fits your needs!

How to install Plugins

From PenpotHub

You can find available Plugins at the Penpot Hub and install plugins directly from the Plugins page by clicking on Install next to the desired plugin.

Plugins in the Penpot hub's

With a URL

Another way to install a plugin is by copying the URL (with .json extension) provided by the plugin’s author and pasting it on to the Plugin Manager.

Install plugins using url

Please note that you'll need to grant access to your files. Plugins may be created by external parties, so ensure you trust it before granting access. Your data privacy and security are important to us. If you have any concerns, please contact support.

If a plugin is later updated by the author and requires new permissions, we will notify you so that you can update it.

Plugin's permissions modal

Once a plugin has been installed you can access it on your files, as long as you have permissions to access it, in any of your teams. If another member of your team wants to use the plugin, they will need to install it individually.

Plugin Manager

To start using Plugins you first need to open the Plugin Manager. There are a few different ways to access the Plugins Manager in the Worskpace:

  • From the toolbar;
  • From the menu;
  • Using the shortcut Ctrl + Alt + P.

Toolbar

Open plugin manager via toolbar

Menu

Open plugin manager via menu

Using plugins

To use a plugin, go to the Plugin Manager, and click on Open next to the desired plugin, and that’s it, enjoy!

Plugin manager modal

Create a Plugin

You can create your own plugin from scratch or use a Template to get started. You can find the complete guide to creating Plugins at the Technical Guide.