Guide: Getting Started

Welcome to the sBotics getting started guide! Here, you'll learn how to download, install, and launch the platform to begin exploring the world of robotics and programming.

sBotics is available for the following platforms:

• Linux
• Windows

Attention: Support for updates on macOS has been discontinued, and the platform will maintain older simulator versions.

To download sBotics, access the link: https://sbotics.net/#download

On this page, you will find the installation files for supported platforms.

To ensure good sBotics performance, your computer must meet the following minimum requirements:

• Processor: Celeron (or equivalent) released from 2018 onwards
• RAM: 4GB
• Storage: At least 250MB of available space
• Operating System:
  • Linux: Ubuntu 18.04 or equivalent/superior distribution
  • Windows: Windows 10 or higher

To install sBotics on Linux, follow the instructions below:

• If you are using a Debian-based distribution (like Ubuntu) or Red Hat (like Fedora), use the .deb or .rpm files, respectively, for an easier installation.
• For other distributions, use the .appimage file.

Important: When using the .appimage file, you will need to grant execution permission to the file. This can be done in two ways:

• Through the graphical interface: Right-click on the file, select “Properties,” and check the “Allow executing file as program” option.
• Through the terminal: Use the command `chmod +x filename.appimage`.

To install sBotics on Windows, simply run the installation file (.exe) and follow the on-screen instructions.

The sBotics simulator requires an account to function. If you don't have one yet, access the link https://sbotics.net/authenticated to create your account.

After installation, follow the steps below to start sBotics:

1. Run the sBotics program.
2. The update Launcher will open. Log in with your account.
3. Download the latest available update.
4. Click “Start” to open the simulator.

Now you are ready to start exploring sBotics!

Interacting with sBotics is a relatively easy task. Continue following our tutorials to better understand the mechanics of our platform and enjoy!

We use traditional 3D game commands for camera movement: The W, A, S, and D keys for movement on the two horizontal axes of the camera; The Z and X keys to move on the vertical axis of the camera, and clicking and dragging the right button to move the camera. To place blocks or interact with sensors etc., simply left-click.

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