Unable to run MakeCode UF2 file
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- Godugucram
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Unable to run MakeCode UF2 file
I am trying to help my son load his MakeCode UF2 file on the Adafruit Circuit Playground Bluefruit. He created code using MakeCode (https://makecode.adafruit.com/) that he tested using the simulator to ensure it is working. We followed instructions provided here (https://learn.adafruit.com/makecode/dow ... beds=allow) to download the UF2 file from MakeCode to the computer. We then put the Bluefruit in bootloader mode. We can see the device on the computer appear as CPLAYBTBOOT. We then transferred the UF2 file to the device. We can see that the file is on the device. However, there is no indication of the devicppe running the code created on MakeCode. I am not sure if I am doing something wrong. Even after transferring the file, all the green indicators are on and the red LED is pulsing. I don't think the device has reset as the instructions indicate. Any help is greatly appreciated.
Thanks,
Ram
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Re: Unable to run MakeCode UF2 file
The guide you linked is for the Circuit Playground Express:
https://www.adafruit.com/product/3333
which is different than the Circuit Playground Bluefruit:
https://www.adafruit.com/product/4333
Based on the boot folder name of CPLAYBTBOOT, you do have the Bluefruit, and not the Express.
I think the main MakeCode version only works with the Express.
Try the Maker version of MakeCode:
https://maker.makecode.com/
It has support for the Circuit Playground Bluefruit - but keep in mind it's labeled as being beta (i.e. in work).
https://www.adafruit.com/product/3333
which is different than the Circuit Playground Bluefruit:
https://www.adafruit.com/product/4333
Based on the boot folder name of CPLAYBTBOOT, you do have the Bluefruit, and not the Express.
I think the main MakeCode version only works with the Express.
Try the Maker version of MakeCode:
https://maker.makecode.com/
It has support for the Circuit Playground Bluefruit - but keep in mind it's labeled as being beta (i.e. in work).
- Godugucram
- Posts: 2
- Joined: Mon May 09, 2022 11:51 am
Re: Unable to run MakeCode UF2 file
Thank you for your response. I didn't realize I was looking at the wrong page. I will follow the instructions and get back to you if I have any more questions.
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