C++#
This guide provides detailed information on how to use the C++ commands in VEXcode IQ (2nd gen). Here, you will learn how to read and understand each command, with comprehensive descriptions, parameters, and usage examples.
Understanding the Command Entries#
Each command entry in the API Reference includes the following components:
Command Name and Signature: This is the name of the command and its parameters.
Description: A brief explanation of what the command does.
Blocking/Non-Blocking: Indicates whether the command waits for completion before moving to the next command.
Parameters Table: Lists and describes the parameters that the command accepts.
Returns: Describes what the command returns, if applicable.
Example: Provides a sample code snippet demonstrating how to use the command.
Example Command Entry#
Drivetrain.rotation()#
The Drivetrain.rotation(units) method returns the Drivetrain’s angle of rotation. The numerical value (the degrees) will increase when rotating clockwise and decrease when rotating counter-clockwise.
Parameters |
Description |
|---|---|
units |
The unit of the returned value, |
Returns: This returns a numerical value.
// Turn to the right for 400 degrees.
Drivetrain.turnFor(right, 400, degrees);
// Print the Robot's current angle of rotation.
Brain.Screen.print(Drivetrain.rotation(degrees));