To use mBlock 5 on a Chromebook, you can open the mBlock version developed for Chrome OS (https://ide-chrome.mblock.cc/).
Connect your device
Way 1: Serial connection
Way 2: Bluetooth connection
1. Enable the Bluetooth function on your computer.
2. Connect your device to a power supply and turn it on if it is equipped with a power switch.
3. Add your device from the device library.
4. Click Bluetooth to connect your device.
5. In the window that appears, select the Bluetooth device, and click Pair.
System envrionment and hardware requirements
|
Operating system |
Compatibility |
Description |
|
Chrome OS |
Very high |
|
|
This mBlock version is developed for Chrome OS. If you want to try it on other operating systems, understand their compatibility first, as described in the following: |
||
|
Fairly high |
|
|
Generally high |
|
|
Other operating systems |
Low |
|
Support for existing hardware devices
|
Device / Function |
Support serial connection |
Support Bluetooth connection |
|
Cyberpi |
Yes |
Yes |
|
mBot2 |
Yes |
Yes |
|
mBot Neo |
Yes |
Yes |
|
xLight |
Yes |
/ |
|
Halocode |
Yes |
/ |
|
MegaPi |
Yes |
/ |
|
Auriga |
Yes |
/ |
|
mbuild |
Yes, only Live mode |
/ |
|
novaPi |
Yes |
/ |
|
Megapi Pro |
Yes |
Yes |
|
Finger piano |
Yes |
/ |
|
Funduino UNO |
Yes |
/ |
|
Arduino UNO |
Yes |
/ |
|
Arduino Mega2560 |
Yes |
/ |
|
Funduino Mega2560 |
Yes |
Yes |
|
Arduino Nano |
Yes |
Yes |
|
Arduino Nano（old） |
Yes |
Yes |
|
Arduino Leonardo* |
No |
No |
|
Arduino Yun* |
No |
No |
|
Arduino Micro* |
No |
No |
- The Bluetooth Dongle is not supported by this mBlock version. You need to use the built-in Bluetooth function of your computer.
- This mBlock version does not support the Arduino devices marked in the preceding table due to their different connection modes. For these Arduino devices, you can go to https://ide.mblock.cc.
Serial connection troubleshooting
If anything goes wrong during serial connection, you can check and fix the problem as follows:
1. Check the device model
Ensure that the device you choose from the device library is the same as that you are using. If you choose the wrong device, the connection fails.
2. Check the connection cable
(1) Check the USB connection. Ensure that your device is connected properly to the computer with a USB cable.
(2) Test the USB cable. You can test the USB cable on another computer. If it does not work, replace it. Note that some cables cannot transmit data, designed only for power supply. You are advised to use the USB cable delivered with your device.
(3) Try another USB port. If the USB port you use does not work, try another one of the computer.
3. Install drivers
Check the drivers. Ensure that drivers required by your device have been installed on the computer. Most of the computers have been installed with the CH340 driver by default, but if your computer hasn't, open the following link to download it and then install it on your computer:
4. Check port occupation
Check whether the port is used in other applications. Note that opening mBlock on multiple tabs or running both the web and client versions at the same time may cause connection failure due to port occupation. Ensure that you open either the client or one mBlock webpage at a time to avoid port occupation errors.
5. Browser compatibility and update
Browsers supported: Serial connection is a fairly new function. Ensure that you use the Chrome or Edge browser.
Browser update: You need to update the browser to the latest version to ensure compatibility.
If your problem persists after the preceding steps, click Feedback in the upper right corner to describe the problem you've encountered. To resolve your problem more quickly, you are advised to attach pictures or videos about your problem. Makeblock customer service team will provide further support and guidance for you.
Bluetooth connection troubleshooting
IIf anything goes wrong during Bluetooth connection, you can check and fix the problem as follows:
1. Check the device model
- Ensure that the device you choose from the device library is the same as that you are using. If you choose the wrong device, the connection fails.
- Do not use Bluetooth Dongle. Use the built-in Bluetooth function of your computer.
2. Check the Bluetooth function
The Bluetooth function may not have been enabled or disabled due to exceptions, enable it again.
Ensure that you have enbled the Bluetooth function on your computer and device.
3. Check the Bluetooth version
Ensure that your computer provides Bluetooth 4.0 or later.
4. Browser compatibility and update
Browsers supported: Serial connection is a fairly new function. Ensure that you use the Chrome or Edge browser.
Browser update: You need to update the browser to the latest version to ensure compatibility.
5. Signal interference and distance
Create a better working environment for your device. Ensure that no signal interference occurs among your devices. Place your device as close as possible to the computer to ensure better connection. Generally, keep the distance less than 10 m.
If your problem persists after the preceding steps, click Feedback in the upper right corner to describe the problem you've encountered. To resolve your problem more quickly, you are advised to attach pictures or videos about your problem. Makeblock customer service team will provide further support and guidance for you.
Comments
Please sign in to leave a comment.