Released in , version 13.0 was a defining moment for Adobe XD as it transitioned from a "preview" tool into a serious competitor for industry leaders like Sketch and Figma. For Mac users, it was one of the first versions to leverage the performance of macOS 10.12 Sierra and later, focusing on speed and a frictionless UI/UX workflow. Key Features of the v13.0 Era

No longer available for new standalone users; existing subscribers can still access it via the . Support

A game-changer that allowed for seamless transitions between artboards by simply naming layers consistently.

Designers could create prototypes that responded to voice commands and provided speech playback, a first for any major design tool.

The "Starter Plan" has been discontinued. Historical versions (like v13.0) are and require a valid Adobe subscription.

Bug fixes and security updates only; no new feature development.