Welcome to the API Reference Site for VEX V5

Discover everything you need to start coding with VEXcode V5, using Blocks, Python, and C++. This guide will help you navigate the site and make the most of the available resources.

This API information applies when using either:

• VEXcode by VEX Robotics

• Visual Studio Code by Microsoft with the VEX Visual Studio Code Extension

Site Navigation

Our API Reference is designed for easy access to all necessary resources:

• Language Navigation: On the left side of the page, you will find a sidebar with each available language. This allows you to quickly navigate to the specific language, toolbox section, or specific class you need.

• Platform Navigation: At the top of the page, there is a bar for switching between VEX’s different platforms.

• Page Navigation - On the right side of the page, there will be a navigation section for fast access to all the page’s sections. This allows you to quickly see all of the different commands, methods, or blocks that are available to view on the page.

API Sections

• VEXcode V5 Blocks

• VEXcode V5 Python

• VEXcode V5 C++

How to Use the API Reference

1. Choose Your Language: Decide whether you want to use Blocks, Python, or C++ for your project.

   • For Blocks, navigate to the Blocks page.

   • For Python, navigate to the Python page.

   • For C++. navigate to the C++ page.

2. Browse or Search: Use the navigation menu or search bar to locate specific commands or blocks.

3. Read the Descriptions: Each API function includes a description that explains its purpose, parameters, and any important notes.

4. Review the Examples: For commands that include examples, try them out with your own robot to see how they behave! For text-based examples in Python or C++, select the Copy button to copy the example to your clipboard and so it can be pasted into your coding environment.

5. Experiment and Modify: Try out the command in your projects. Modify its parameters to fit your needs and observe the effects.

Tips for Success

• Start Simple: Begin with basic projects to get comfortable with VEXcode.

• Read the API Reference: Explore the API reference to understand the available functions and their operations.

• Practice Regularly: The more you code, the more proficient you’ll become with the platform.

Happy coding, and welcome to VEXcode V5!