Do I need to download an extension to use the Strawbees Robotics board?

Yes, it's ideal to use the Robotics board with MakeCode the Strawbees Extension makes it easier to program up to 3 servo motors and both RGB LEDs simultaneously. When using this extension, it lets you access the Strawbees code blocks.

Install Strawbees Robotic Inventions Extension

For using the Strawbees Robotics board offline, the extension needs to be downloaded ahead of time while connected to the internet.

• While connected to the internet, create a new project in the editor and then in the block menu, click on + Extensions.
• In the search, type Strawbees, then click on the robotic-inventions extension.