Adobe XD version , released in April 2019 , marked a significant shift toward deeper developer collaboration and advanced prototyping capabilities. This update wasn't just about small fixes; it introduced tools that helped designers move beyond static screens into living, interactive experiences. Key Features of the April 2019 Release
: This version introduced support for keyboard and gamepad triggers , allowing designers to prototype desktop and console-based experiences directly within XD. Adobe XD CC 2019 18.0.12.9
: While this version is from 2019, it already supported Auto-Animate , which is essential for creating smooth, sliding transitions between story segments. Adobe XD version , released in April 2019
: For those building extensions, version 18.0.12 added new text field controls like and , plus requestAnimationFrame() to enable simple animations in plugin dialogs. : While this version is from 2019, it
: Use Components to create reusable navigation elements or avatars that launch the story.