How to Use to p5.js Web Editor (1.2)

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Published on Apr 23, 2024 This response is partially generated with the help of AI. It may contain inaccuracies.

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Step-by-Step Tutorial: How to Use the p5.js Web Editor

1. Accessing the Web Editor

  1. Open a web browser on your computer.
  2. Use a different web browser to avoid any conflicts.
  3. Navigate to the URL editor.p5js.org.

2. Exploring the Web Editor

  1. The editor allows you to start coding immediately.
  2. Experiment by making changes to the code.
  3. Run the code to see the changes reflected in the output.

3. Saving Your Sketch

  1. To save your sketches, you need to create an account.
  2. Click on the "Sign Up" option to create a new account.
  3. Provide a username, email, and password to create the account.
  4. Alternatively, you can log in if you already have an account.

4. Sharing Your Sketch

  1. After creating an account, you can save your sketches.
  2. Click on "File" and then "Save" to save your work.
  3. Access your saved sketches under "My Account."
  4. Click on "File," then "Share" to share your sketch.
  5. You can share the code, a full-screen version, or an embed link.

5. Renaming Your Project

  1. The editor auto-generates a name for each sketch.
  2. Consider renaming your project to describe its content better.
  3. Click on the pencil icon next to the project name to rename it.

6. Adjusting Visual Settings

  1. Under "Settings," you can adjust visual settings like the theme.
  2. Choose a theme that suits your preferences or visual needs.

7. Logging in with Existing Accounts

  1. You can log in using your Google or GitHub account.
  2. Click on the respective options to log in with Google or GitHub.

8. Additional Features

  1. Explore other features of the web editor by watching related videos.
  2. Check out the Processing Foundation playlist for a comprehensive overview.

9. Further Learning

  1. Explore tutorials on JavaScript syntax with the p5.js library.
  2. Learn how to code and create visuals using p5.js.

By following these steps, you can effectively use the p5.js Web Editor to create and share your coding projects.