Variables in PictoBlox

Creating a Variable in PictoBlox

Let’s see how you can create a variable in PictoBlox. Follow the steps below:

1. Open the Variables palette.
2. Select Make a Variable.
3. A small dialogue box will appear in the center of the screen asking for the variable name; give it any name of your choice.
   
4. Click OK.

That’s it!

Manipulating a Variable Using Blocks

Now, let’s see how to assign values to a variable, change them, etc.

• The set () to () block will set the specified variable to the given value be it a string or number.
• The change () by () block will change the specified variable by a given amount.
• The my variable block simply holds its variable and reports it when the variable is called.