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# Setting up mBlock

## What will we do

In this lesson we will show you how to setup and use the the web based mBlock IDE.

To understand more about mBlock, please visit this [link](https://www.mblock.cc/doc/en/quick-start/quick-start.html)

## Launching mBlock

Go to <https://ide.mblock.cc/> on a **chrome** browser.

Under the devices section, click **Add** and select **Arduino Uno** from the selection list

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## Install the WebLink

Install the **WebLink** and following the details in this link <https://www.mblock.cc/doc/en/part-one-basics/mlink-quick-start-guide.html>

Once installed, test that you can connect to your device.

## Connect your Arduino Uno

Connect you Arduino to your PC using the USB Cable

Click in the **Connect** button

![Click on Connect](/files/-M8u92QkE7ucq6A-1lMw)

Select on the check box and select your device

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## Troubleshooting