The micro:bit has a set of mobile and desktop apps that make it easy to use

micro:bit Android app

The Android app provides the basic capability to flash a program to your micro:bit wirelessly, using Bluetooth. You will need to pair with the micro:bit to use this app, so ensure you have Bluetooth and Location services switched on on your device.


Please Note: 

  • If you installed the app before 18 April 2024, please update to the latest version, to access the improvements made in the app.
  • You can also use micro:bit via the browser-based editors on an Android device and transfer code to your micro:bit over a USB cable (you may need an adapter), just like you do on a computer. 


micro:bit iOS app

The iOS app provides the basic capability to flash a program to your micro:bit wirelessly, using Bluetooth. It contains a set of Monitor and Control services to interact with your micro:bit in real-time. You will need to pair with the micro:bit to use this app.

Please Note: If you installed the app before the end of August 2023, please update to the latest iOS app, to access the improvements made in the app.  


micro:bit CreateAI app

The app is available on Android tablets and iPads.

The app works with a micro:bit, allowing students to explore how AI works. It connects with the micro:bit wirelessly using Bluetooth. It is designed for use in the classroom, students can use a micro:bit and CreateAI to develop their own AI-powered piece of tech from scratch in a single lessonRead the micro:bit CreateAI user guide to learn more.


MakeCode Offline

The MakeCode editor is available as an app which you can install on a computer with Windows or Mac OS. Once installed, the MakeCode Offline App lets you create, run, and download your projects to the micro:bit. It works the same as the Web application in your browser but it’s a stand-alone application that will work when a connection to the internet is restricted or unavailable.


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