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Knowledge Base

Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Welcome to our FAQ section, designed to address your most common queries and provide helpful insights to our offerings. Whether you're curious ...
CodeBot or CodeX Blacklisted by Windows?

CodeBot or CodeX Blacklisted by Windows?

When you're powering motors or servos from your PC's USB port, sometimes the OS will flag the device and block future connections. That's not nice!...
Editor Shortcuts in CodeSpace

Editor Shortcuts in CodeSpace

Check out this video for some helpful tools to use in the CodeSpace text editor.
CodeBot and CodeX Firmware Upgrades

CodeBot and CodeX Firmware Upgrades

Learn how to upgrade your CodeX and CodeBot firmware here.
Getting Started with CodeX and Virtual Robotics

Getting Started with CodeX and Virtual Robotics

Follow these steps to get started with either CodeX or Virtual Robotics!  Instructions include how to claim your licenses, create a classroom, add students to the system.  You can use these as either a teacher or an individual user.
How to Update your Micro:bit for CodeSpace

How to Update your Micro:bit for CodeSpace

Here are detailed instructions for upgrading the software on your micro:bit. When would I need to do this? You have a micro:bit that was not purch...
CodeSpace Licenses and Share Tokens

CodeSpace Licenses and Share Tokens

After purchasing a license from Firia Labs, you'll receive an email containing your License Key. A License Key entitles you (the License holder) t...
Troubleshooting USB Connections

Troubleshooting USB Connections

Connecting USB CodeSpace uses a technology called WebUSB, that allows your browser to directly interact with devices via USB. When the USB is conne...
Troubleshooting Login Problems

Troubleshooting Login Problems

Having trouble logging in? If you can't get past the "Sign in with Google" point, the problem is most likely: Chrome or an extension is blocking 3...
Whitelist URLs

Whitelist URLs

If your school blocks unknown websites, you'll need to ask the network administrator to configure the settings below.   The following domains must ...
Computer Requirements

Computer Requirements

CodeSpace works with most computers, but there are a few specific requirements that must be satisfied for correct operation. Gear Up! Our kits com...
Removing Old Drivers on Windows

Removing Old Drivers on Windows

(This may apply if you've never been able to get Chrome to detect the micro:bit on your Windows PC. See here for common troubleshooting steps.)   I...
CodeSpace on Linux

CodeSpace on Linux

CodeSpace runs great on Linux! You just need to install Chrome or Chromium browser, and enable the USB device access. Details are shown below: 1. I...
CodeSpace Release Notes

CodeSpace Release Notes

02.25.20 New "Python with Robots" project: All Systems Go! Project goals include: Code a battery tester so you can tell how much fuel is left in ...