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#153 Claude Design: I Tested It So You Don't Have To
Claude Design launched April 17, 2026 and it's Anthropic's most designer-relevant release yet. In this episode, Patricia walks through three real experiments: a branded design system integration, an interactive infographic, and a social media carousel. She breaks down what actually works, what doesn't, and what designers need to know before they dive in.
Key Learnings:
Claude Design produces generic output without a design system load your brand assets first
It's token-heavy: the Max plan is where it becomes genuinely useful
Exports to Canva, PDF, PPTX, and HTML. Adobe and direct Figma…
The skinny
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