Using the Share and Feedback Buttons in VEXcode V5

Users can easily share the content of their Blocks project in VEXcode V5 by using the Share button. Users can also easily provide feedback to VEX to help with the program’s continual improvement by using the Feedback button.

Note: The Share feature is currently unavailable for Android devices. 


What is the Share button

V5 Share Button icon, featuring a stylized arrow and circular design, used for sharing content in V5 Blocks Tutorials.

The ‘Share’ button allows users to create a .pdf document of their Blocks project to be shared. The new document can be shared with a teacher via email/Classroom Management System, a fellow student, or printed for an Engineering Notebook.


How to use the Share button

V5 Category Description image illustrating the concept of blocks in tutorials, featuring a visual representation of block elements and their connections in a structured format.

Once you are at the point where you would like to share your Blocks project, select the ‘Share’ button.

Screenshot of the Drive Forward PDF, illustrating key features and functionalities related to V5 category descriptions in the Blocks Tutorials section.

This will download a .pdf document of your project on your device. You can access the .pdf document from your download location and it can be easily shared to many places.


What is the Feedback button

Screenshot of the V5 Feedback interface, showcasing various block options and settings for programming in the VEX V5 robotics system, as part of the Blocks Tutorials section in the V5 Category Description.

The Feedback button provides a quick and easy way to provide feedback to VEX. This feedback will provide valuable information such as requesting a new feature, discussing something that is not working, and it can provide valuable diagnostics about your issue.


How to use the Feedback button

Visual representation of V5 category description highlighting blocks tutorials, featuring labeled blocks and their functionalities in a clear layout for educational purposes.

If at any time you want to provide feedback to VEX, select the Feedback button.

Screenshot of a VEX V5 Blocks programming tutorial, showcasing a visual coding interface with various blocks and commands for programming robots.

This will open up the feedback window which has a number of options.

Screenshot of a VEX V5 Blocks tutorial interface, showcasing programming blocks and workspace layout for creating robot code.

You can rate your experience as positive or not positive.

Smiling face emoji representing positive engagement in V5 Blocks Tutorials.

If positive is selected, the smile face will highlight.

Frown face emoji representing dissatisfaction or disappointment, used in the context of V5 Blocks Tutorials on the VEX Knowledge Base.

If the not positive is selected, the frown face will highlight.

Screenshot of a text window in VEX V5 Blocks, illustrating the programming interface with various blocks and options for creating code in the Blocks Tutorials section.

There is a text window to enter the feedback you would like to provide for VEX.

Screenshot of an email interface demonstrating the features and layout for V5 Blocks Tutorials, showcasing various elements and options available for users.

There is a check box option to include your email for a response.

Checkbox graphic illustrating the selection feature in V5 Blocks Tutorials, used to demonstrate user interface components for interactive elements.

There is a checkbox which allows you to provide VEX with more technical information from your project. If reporting an issue, it is important to include diagnostic data to help identify the problem.

Illustration depicting privacy settings in V5, highlighting key features and options available for users in the Blocks Tutorials section.

For anyone interested in the Privacy Policy, select the link within the window.

Privacy Policy document screenshot illustrating key points and guidelines for user data protection in V5 Blocks Tutorials.

This link will bring you to the most current Privacy Policy.

Send button graphic for V5 Blocks tutorials, illustrating the action of sending a message or command within the Vex Robotics platform.

Once you have provided your feedback select the ‘Send’ button.

Close button icon used in V5 Blocks Tutorials for dismissing pop-up windows or dialogs.

This will provide you with a message that your feedback was sent. Select the ‘Close’ button to return to your project.

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

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