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Allows you to build custom, reusable code functions. The Scripts Area (Center Pane)

Now, let’s add a second independent script. Navigate to and drag out a when this sprite clicked block. Place it in a blank space in your Script Area.

Head to the pink Sound category and grab the start sound meow block, snapping it to the bottom of your stack.

Congratulations! You've just created a multi-step animation. The Cat says hello, meows, and then does a little dance. You've snapped together blocks from Looks, Sound, and Motion categories to build a script. scratchmitedu-projects-editor-tutorial-getstarted

Once you master the basics, Scratch 3.0 offers powerful extensions that connect your code to the real world. You can add new block categories by clicking the blue button at the bottom of the Block Palette [12†L33-L35]. Popular extensions include:

Every great project needs a setting and a cast of characters. When you open a new project, you will see the iconic orange Scratch Cat by default. Changing the Backdrop

As a new user following a guide, you will encounter these three errors constantly. Allows you to build custom, reusable code functions

Switch to the category (purple). Drag the say Hello! for 2 seconds block and snap it below the motion block. Step 4: Test Your Code

Your project won't do much good if you can't save or share it with your friends! The top menu bar is home to several critical tools:

The Scratch Editor, which you can find online at scratch.mit.edu/projects/editor , is where all the magic happens. It's a web-based application that you can access directly from your browser. Place it in a blank space in your Script Area

Manages loops, delays, and conditional "if-then" statements.

A "Sprite" is any object, character, or item on your stage. This pane lets you add, delete, rename, and manage your sprites and backdrops.

If you want your sprite to move continuously instead of stopping after 10 steps, use a control loop: Go to (orange) and select the forever block. Drag it into your workspace.

Once you finish the "Get Started" guide, keep these key principles in mind to avoid frustration: