Installing VEXcode IQ on Chromebook

Due to Google's decision to discontinue support for Chrome Apps on Chromebooks starting January 2025, all Chrome Apps will no longer be visible in the Chrome Web store and will be unable to function.

While you can still add VEXcode IQ from the Chrome Web Store to your Chromebook until then, it will become unusable once Google discontinues Chrome Apps. We strongly recommend transitioning to the Web-based version of VEXcode IQ, which offers all the capabilities and functionality of the App-based version. For more information on making this transition, please visit our guide on switching from App-based VEXcode IQ to Web-based VEXcode IQ.

Install VEXcode IQ

VEXcode IQ listing in the Chrome Web Store with the Add to Chrome button highlighted.

Use this link to open the VEXcode IQ Chrome Web Store page and select "Add to Chrome."

Chrome Web Store pop up after pressing the Add to Chrome button. The pop up reads Add VEXcode IQ? and shows that the app needs USB device access, Bluetooth device access, and file and folder writing access with files that are opened with the app. Below the Add App button is highlighted.

Select “Add app” to give VEXcode IQ access to your Chromebook.

Note: You will likely see a small popup while the application is downloaded to your Chromebook.

VEXcode IQ listing in the Chrome Web Store after the app has been installed. The Launch App button is highlighted.

Select “Launch app” to start VEXcode IQ after the download is complete.

Note: You can also find the application in your Application Library and open it from there next time.

VEXcode IQ application opened on a Chromebook.

Begin working in VEXcode IQ.

Create a new project to get started with coding in VEXcode IQ!

For more information, help, and tips, check out the many resources at VEX Professional Development Plus

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