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March 7, 2025 5:13 PM (EST) This is a new set of instructions for getting started with the robot. We are currently trialing whether this simplified instructions (based on the updated version of mBlock) make it easier to start.

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Accessing mBlock

The mBot is an educational robot designed for beginner-friendly programming with mBlock, a graphical programming environment based on Scratch. mBlock allows you to control and program the mBot using block-based coding, making it easy for students and educators to get started. Depending on your operating system and preference, there are two ways to use mBlock.

Option 1: Use mBlock in the browser

• No installation is required
• You can access mBlock through the link below:

mBlock Block-Based IDE- Coding for Beginners

Option 2: Install mBlock locally

• This option is only available for Windows and Mac.
• mBlock installation instructions for Windows and Mac are available below:

Install mBlock 5 on Windows and macOS

Preliminary Information

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Please read through this preliminary information before moving on. This section contains important information to help you understand and work more efficiently with the robot.

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Connection options

To program and control your mBot, you need to connect it to your computer. There are two ways to establish a connection:

1. Using the Bluetooth Dongle: A wireless connection using a MakeBlock Bluetooth dongle.
2. Using a USB Cable: A wired connection between your computer and the robot.

The Bluetooth Dongle that can be used to connect to the robot.

The USB cable that can be used to connect to the robot.

Pairing the Bluetooth dongle and the robot