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7 Introduction to Scratch

Pre-Processing
Pre-Processing
• Features of Scratch 3 • Starting Scratch 3
• Components of Scratch 3 Window • Creating a New Project

• Creating a Script • Understanding Blocks
• Adding a Backdrop • Saving a Project
• Opening a Project • Exiting Scratch 3

Scratch is an educational programming language created to make young learners
understand the basics of programming in a fun and easy way. It is a graphic programming
language where all elements of a program are represented by
visual elements that can be seen and combined to create a
program. Scratch 3 is a popular version of Scratch, available
free of cost.

A file in Scratch is called a project. With Scratch, you can build different kinds of creative
projects such as stories, games, and animations.

FEATURES OF SCRATCH 3
Some features of Scratch 3 are:

• It is easy to learn and use.
• It helps you to learn the fundamentals of programming in a fun manner.
• It provides a visual environment where you can create projects by combining

different elements together.
• It lets you create animated stories and games using various characters.
• It lets you share your projects with other Scratch users around the world.

STARTING SCRATCH 3

To start Scratch 3:

1. Click the Start button. 2

The Start Menu opens.
2. In the list of all programs, click Scratch 3.

Scratch 3 starts, and the its main window
opens. 1

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