PictoBlox is an educational programming software with block-based coding and Python Programming that makes coding fun and easy. With a user-friendly interface and drag-and-drop functionality, it is the ideal companion for setting the first step into the world of programming. One can learn to code, make interactive animations and games, interesting projects based on IoT, program actions for robots, create Artificial Intelligence or Machine Learning projects (like face expression detection, self driving car, object identifier, or speech recognition), and much more!
What's new in 9.0.1
New Features: Blocks - Added the Graph Extension for data visualization and table-based graphs in 3D and XR Studio. Updates : Quarky & Sensors - Updated Advanced Line Following functionality. - Firmware updates released for Quarky Advanced Line Following and Advance Sensors(updated to 6.0) - Updated Quarky Advanced Sensors Extension for upload mode (added sensors – Color Sensors, Accelerometers, pH sensor, pulse rate sensor, SSD-OLED, 16x2LCD.) - Updated Quarky Advance Line Following and Advance Sensors example projects for better clarity and performance. - Added print block in upload mode for Quarky Board. Bug Fixes: General & UI - Fixed an issue where pop-ups behind PictoBlox caused freezing. - Improved overall pop-up handling to prevent UI blocking. Blocks and Python Coding Environment: - Fixed the ESP32 driver installation issue, ensuring reliable board connectivity and visibility. Junior Blocks - Improved hand pose detection performance and accuracy. - Fixed the issue where incorrect blocks were shown when selecting Quarky as a board. - Resolved the issue where Wizbot hand pose detection got stuck when Wizbot was not connected. Video Editor - Fixed an issue where export video was disabled when an empty text box existed. - Resolved the issue where the timeline got locked after dragging an entire layer. - Added support for additional audio formats: - AC3, E-AC3, DTS, FLAC, ALAC - Added support for additional video formats: - FLV, OGV
- Video Editor Environment: Introduced an environment for creating, editing, and managing videos directly inside PictoBlox to make project videos, tutorials, etc. - Paint Editor: New Paint Editor with enhanced UI for smoother drawing and editing experiences. - Screen Recorder: Improved Screen Recorder with better performance, higher FPS support, and multi-window/screen recording capability. New Features: Blocks : - Improved Video Player Extension blocks. - Added Sound-Palette blocks for richer audio control. - Introduced Text Animation extension for creative text-based effects. - ChatGPT extension: - Optimized API call requests (50 requests / 5 min). - Block where the user sets own API key. Junior Blocks: - Added Text-to-Speech block. - Added 3 Wizbot example projects for learning and experimentation. 3D and XR Studio: - Added Physics FPS option under General Settings for better simulation control. - Improved Image tracking support in XR. - Cube and marker tracking functionality improved for better accuracy. - Added Fullscreen recording capability added in the XR code window. - Introduced Mirror mode option for the XR webcam. - Added Annotation Text support in XR scenes. - Introduced Block for highlight, outline, and glow visual effects. - Added Tools for creating roads and arrows directly from sketches - Support for drawing lines from equations added in the Sketch module. …
8.1.0Jan 16, 2025
New Features: Blocks: - “Count with from … to …” block added in Controls. - Real-time Speech Recognition extension for speech-based projects. New Example Projects: - Beetle in Maze - Overcome the Hurdles - Space Battle - Follow my Commands - Content creation extension for making buttons, paragraphs, and quizzes. - Introduced Emoji as a sprite feature and added navigation in the library. Junior Blocks: - Introduced Emoji as a sprite feature and added navigation in the library (same as Blocks). 3D and XR Studio: - Snap one object to another by pressing Shift + Left-click. - Annotation Text added to the XR text library. - Physics support for hollow spaces in objects (both dynamic and static). - New 3D and XR blocks: 1. Left, Right, and Middle click hat block 2. “The scene is loaded” hat block - Added a Cursor/Aim to camera feature. - (Also) Content creation extension for making buttons, paragraphs, and quizzes. Others: - PictoBlox link now auto-installs and launches automatically. - New UI for deleting blocks with feedback sound. - Library buttons now appear in Block Coding vertical environments (including Junior). - An out-of-memory pop-up notification appears when memory is low. - Option to change the file directory in Settings. Video Recording: - Ability to record multiple windows. - Ability to record multiple screens. - Ability to record higher FPS videos. Updates: Junior Blocks: - Updated Default Orientation blocks. 3D and XR Studio: …
Frequently asked questions
Is PictoBlox free?
PictoBlox is proprietary software from STEMpedia. Check the publisher's license terms for pricing and usage rights.
What is the latest version of PictoBlox?
The latest version is 9.0.1, released on Jan 17, 2026.
Is it safe to download PictoBlox?
The download button links to the official installer published on download.pictoblox.ai, the same file Windows Package Manager installs. You can verify the downloaded file by comparing its SHA-256 checksum with 1c33100f841c0246fe71df3e9f319307407a5ac56ed7fb5b484fba1e4310f988.
Which Windows versions does PictoBlox support?
PictoBlox runs on Windows and is available for 64-bit (x64) systems.
How do I install PictoBlox silently?
Run the offline installer with "PictoBlox-Setup-9.0.1.exe" /S, or install it with Windows Package Manager: winget install --id=STEMpedia.PictoBlox -e --silent.
How do I uninstall PictoBlox?
Open Settings › Apps › Installed apps, find PictoBlox and select Uninstall. From the command line, run winget uninstall --id=STEMpedia.PictoBlox -e.
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