MBlock Guide.pdf

mBlock is a graphic programming language that allows users to write programs by dragging and dropping building blocks. It is an open-source branch of Scratch, developed by MIT Media Lab Lifelong Kindergarten, and is maintained by Makeblock. mBlock enables users to design games, visual effects, and control Arduino-based robots.

Key features of mBlock include:
- Controlling pictures ("Sprites") on the screen
- Controlling robots and Arduino boards
- Compatible with Windows and Mac, with a Linux online beta version available
- Supports various hardware, including Makeblock products, Arduino boards, Seeed Studio kits, and Littlebits

To get started with mBlock, users can download it for free from the official website and follow the installation instructions. The interface includes:
- The "Stage" for holding drawings and moving pictures
- The Sprite panel for creating new sprites
- The script zone for placing command blocks
- Options for saving or loading project files, connecting to robots, and uploading firmware

mBlock also offers extensions for introducing new blocks and supports connection to robots and boards through USB, 2.4G dongle, or Bluetooth (beta). Users can learn more about Scratch and mBlock through the official Scratch website and various resources, including books and online tutorials.