Understanding the Dashboard in VEXcode VR – VEX Library

The Dashboard is a feature of the Virtual Playground for VEXcode VR. The Dashboard window displays all sensor values of the VEXcode VR Robot, which is helpful to reference when completing VEXcode VR Activities.

How to Open/Close the Dashboard

Expanded view of the Dashboard button in VEXcode VR, showcasing features for coding and programming a virtual robot, highlighting the platform's user-friendly interface for both beginners and advanced users in STEM education.

Select the Dashboard button at the bottom right hand corner in the Playground window to open the Dashboard.

Screenshot of the VEXcode VR dashboard showcasing the expanded features in the Playground section, highlighting the block-based coding interface and tools available for programming the virtual robot.

The Dashboard will appear across the Playground window.

Select the Dashboard button at the bottom right hand corner in the Playground window to close the Dashboard.

How to Use the Reset Button

Reset button icon for VEXcode VR, used to restart the virtual robot simulation in the programming environment, enhancing user experience in coding and debugging activities.

Select the Reset button at the bottom left hand corner in the Playground window to reset the VR Robot to it’s starting position on the Playground.

How to Track the Value of On-Board Sensors

Drivetrain Heading

Screenshot of the VEXcode VR dashboard, showcasing the playground features for coding a virtual robot, including a block-based interface and various programming options for educational purposes.

Open the Dashboard to view the Drivetrain Heading. For more information about the Drive heading block, view the Help information.

Drivetrain Rotation

Screenshot of the VEXcode VR dashboard showcasing various playground features, including coding blocks and simulation options for programming a virtual robot, designed to facilitate learning in STEM education.

Open the Dashboard to view the Drivetrain Rotation. For more information about the Drive rotation block, view the Help information.

Front Eye

Screenshot of the VEXcode VR dashboard showcasing the playground features, including a virtual robot interface and coding options for users to create and test programs in a simulated environment.

Open the Dashboard to view the Front Eye on the VR Robot. The Front Eye can detect if an object exists and if so, what color it is. For more information about the Front Eye, view the Features of the VEX VR Robot - VEXcode VR article.

Down Eye

Screenshot of the VEXcode VR dashboard showcasing the Down Eye feature, part of the Playground Features section, illustrating the programming environment for virtual robot coding and educational objectives in STEM.

Open the Dashboard to view the Down Eye on the VR Robot. The Down Eye can detect if an object exists and if so, what color it is. For more information about the Down Eye, view the Features of the VEX VR Robot - VEXcode VR article.

Location X

Screenshot of the VEXcode VR dashboard showcasing the playground features, including the virtual robot interface and coding options for users to create, test, and debug code in a simulated environment.

Open the Dashboard to view the X-coordinate Location of the VR Robot. For more information about the position of block, view the Help information or the Playground Coordinate System - VEXcode VR article.

Location Y

Screenshot of the VEXcode VR dashboard, showcasing the various playground features available for users to interact with the virtual robot programming environment.

Open the Dashboard to view the Y-coordinate Location of the VR Robot. For more information about the position of block, view the Help information or the Playground Coordinate System - VEXcode VR article.

Location Angle

Screenshot of the VEXcode VR dashboard showing the location and angle settings for programming a virtual robot, highlighting features for coding and simulation in an educational environment.

Open the Dashboard to view the Location Angle of the VR Robot. For more information about the position angle block, view the Help information.

Distance

Screenshot of the VEXcode VR dashboard displaying distance measurement tools and features, designed for users to learn coding concepts through a virtual robot in an educational setting.

Open the Dashboard to view the distance the VR Robot is traveling. For more information about the distance block, view the Help information.

How to use the camera

Top Camera

Image of the top view of a virtual camera interface in VEXcode VR, showcasing features for programming and testing code in a simulated robot environment, aimed at enhancing STEM education and coding skills.

Open the Dashboard and select the “Top Camera” button at the bottom right hand corner in the Playground window. The Top Camera is an overhead view of the entire map.

Top view of a virtual robot in VEXcode VR, showcasing the programming interface and playground features designed for coding education and robotics principles.

The Top Camera then shows the overhead view.

Chase Camera

Illustration of the Chase Camera feature in VEXcode VR, highlighting its functionality within the virtual programming environment to assist users in coding and debugging their virtual robot.

Open the Dashboard and select the “Chase Camera” button at the bottom right hand corner in the Playground window. The Chase Camera is a “behind the robot” view and is the default view when the Playground window is launched.