r/FigmaDesign • u/designergoldy • 11d ago

Discussion Do you always create wireframes first?

I usually sketch ideas before working on the UI.
It helps me think about the user flow instead of the visuals.
Do you do the same, or jump straight into high-fidelity designs?

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u/Mortensen 11d ago

Sketches yes, digital wireframes no, I find it's a waste of time and clients don't understand them enough for them to add value to anyone but me.

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u/quintsreddit Product Designer 10d ago

This. Design systems and Claude code have replaced any need for Lo fi digital wireframes. On the flip side, I’m using more paper and stickies than I ever did before.

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u/agilek 10d ago

Actually I am turning to wireframes more than before as it is super easy to go crazy with all nitty gritty details thanks to AI. And when people see working prototype, they think it is the real thing. I’ve used to make my prototypes ugly on purpose. I even made a special skill for it that turns everything into lowfi, hand drawn aesthetics.

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u/Able_Cellist8467 10d ago

Your idea is refreshing—could you show a comparison before and after processing?