Connecting to the Controller with Web-based VEXcode IQ - Chromebook

It takes just a few steps to connect a VEX IQ Controller to Web-based VEXcode IQ on a Chromebook device.

How To Connect a VEX IQ Controller from Web-based VEXcode IQ on a Chromebook device

VEX IQ Controller image showing the device's features and connection ports, used for programming and controlling VEX IQ robots in educational settings.

Turn on the Controller by pressing the power button on the Controller until the power indicator light turns green.

Screenshot showing the steps to connect the VEX IQ Controller, including visual indicators and connection options, as part of the VEX IQ Robotics platform documentation for educators and students.

Connect the IQ Controller to your Chromebook device, using the USB-C cable.

Note: Your IQ Controller must remain plugged into your Chromebook device throughout the connection process. 

Screenshot showing the steps to connect the VEX IQ controller, including visual indicators and connection options, as part of the VEX IQ Robotics platform documentation for educators and students.

Launch web-based VEXcode IQ by navigating to codeiq.vex.com.

Select the Controller icon in the Toolbar.

Screenshot showing the steps to connect a VEX IQ robot to the controller, including visual indicators and connection options, as part of the VEX IQ Robotics platform documentation.

Select ‘Connect.’

Screenshot showing the steps to connect the VEX IQ controller, including visual instructions and key components, as part of the VEX IQ Robotics platform documentation for educational purposes.

A text box will appear and explain that you should choose the Controller that has lowest ID number. Select 'Continue' on the text box to open the connection window.

Screenshot showing the steps to connect a VEX IQ controller, including visual instructions and interface elements, aimed at helping users understand the connection process for the VEX IQ Robotics platform.

Select the IQ Controller with the lowest ID number from the list of Controllers available.

Screenshot showing the steps to connect a VEX IQ robot to its controller, including visual indicators and instructions for successful pairing in the VEXcode IQ programming environment.

Select the ‘Connect’ button, once you have chosen the lowest numbered IQ Controller ID.

Screenshot showing the steps to connect the VEX IQ controller, including visual instructions and connection points, as part of the VEX IQ Robotics platform documentation for educational purposes.

Once the IQ Controller is successfully connected the Controller icon will turn green.

Screenshot showing the steps to connect the VEX IQ controller, including visual indicators and connection options for the VEX IQ Robotics platform, designed for educational purposes and beginner robotics enthusiasts.

If the connection was unsuccessful, another text box will appear and prompt you to select the Controller with the different ID number.


To Disconnect a VEX IQ Controller from Web-based VEXcode IQ on Chromebook

Screenshot showing the process for connecting the VEX IQ controller, including visual indicators and steps for pairing with the robot, as part of the VEX IQ Robotics platform documentation.

To disconnect your device from an IQ Controller, unplug the USB-C cable from your Chromebook or the IQ Controller.

VEX IQ Controller image showing the device's features and connection ports, used for programming and controlling VEX IQ robots in educational settings.

You can also disconnect an IQ Controller from web-based VEXcode IQ by turning the Controller off.

Turn the Controller off by holding the power button until the indicator light on the Controller turns off.

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

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