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Marvel Plugin Freezes Sketch With Anima

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platforms:
macOS (Sketch)
updated:
November 15, 2026
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// quick answer

Marvel's help center says that if the Anima plugin freezes Sketch or changes your designs while syncing, turn Anima off for smoother syncing.

Most likely fix: Turn off Anima

How to fix it

// try these in order, the most common fix is first

  1. FIX 1Turn off Anima

    1. 01In Sketch open the Plugins menu
    2. 02Disable the Anima plugin
    3. 03Restart Sketch and sync to Marvel again
    Did this fix it?

  2. FIX 2Update the Marvel plugin

    1. 01Click the M icon and install any update
    2. 02Restart Sketch
    Did this fix it?

Symptoms

Sketch freezes or designs change when you sync to Marvel.

Why it happens

  • C-01Conflict between the Anima and Marvel plugins

// this guide also covers

  • marvel plugin freeze anima
  • sketch freezes marvel sync

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