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Addons

Bilup includes a powerful addon system that allows you to extend functionality with custom features and enhancements.

What are Addons?​

Addons are JavaScript modules that can modify or extend Bilup's behavior. They can:

  • Add new UI elements
  • Modify existing interfaces
  • Add new blocks or functionality
  • Customize the editor experience
  • Integrate with external services

Built-in Addons​

Bilup comes with several built-in addons:

Editor Enhancements​

  • Block Count: Shows the number of blocks in your project
  • Gamepad Support: Enables gamepad input for projects
  • Variable Manager: Advanced variable management tools
  • Custom Block Shape: Customize the appearance of custom blocks

Development Tools​

  • Developer Tools: Advanced debugging and development features
  • Performance Monitor: Monitor project performance in real-time
  • Console Output: View console messages from your project

Interface Improvements​

  • Dark Mode: Switch between light and dark themes
  • Compact Mode: More compact interface for smaller screens
  • Custom CSS: Apply custom styling to the editor

Managing Addons​

Enabling/Disabling Addons​

  1. Click the Settings button in the top-right corner
  2. Navigate to the Addons tab
  3. Toggle addons on or off using the switches
  4. Some addons may require a page refresh to take effect

Addon Settings​

Many addons have configurable settings:

  1. Click the gear icon next to an addon
  2. Modify the settings as needed
  3. Changes are usually applied immediately

Creating Custom Addons​

For information on creating your own addons, see:

The Bilup community has created many useful addons:

  • Project Notes: Add notes and documentation to your projects
  • Backup System: Automatic project backups
  • Export Tools: Additional export formats and options
  • Collaboration Tools: Real-time collaboration features

Troubleshooting Addons​

If you're having issues with addons:

  1. Try disabling the problematic addon
  2. Check if the addon is compatible with your Bilup version
  3. Clear your browser cache and reload
  4. Report issues to the addon developer

For more detailed addon information, see the Addon Internals documentation.