Opening Example Projects in VEXcode Pro V5 – VEX Library

The VEX Visual Studio Code Extension has replaced VEXcode Pro V5, which is now end-of-life.

VEXcode Blocks and VEXcode Text remain actively developed and supported for all VEX platforms.

Launch VEXcode Pro V5

Screenshot of V5 category description tutorial, showcasing key features and navigation options within the Vex Robotics platform interface.

Launch VEXcode Pro V5 using the desktop shortcut.

Open the Example Projects Menu

Screenshot of the V5 Category Description tutorial, displaying key features and functionalities related to V5 robotics, including visual elements and instructional content.

Select ‘Open Examples...’ from the File drop-down menu.

Select the Example Project

Screenshot of a tutorial interface for V5 Category Description, showcasing various features and options available for users, with highlighted sections for easier navigation and understanding.

Select the example project and then select 'Next.'

Alternatively, double-clicking the selected example will automatically open the window for assigning the project a name.

Name and Open

Screenshot of a V5 Category Description tutorial, showcasing key features and functionalities of the VEX Robotics V5 system, with labeled sections and highlighted components for better understanding.

By default, the project name will be filled in as "MyProject1." Re-name the project and select the Create button.

NOTE: The name must be under 21 characters long and cannot include spaces.