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    TESTING THE MAGIC PAD APP

                      Follow the given steps to test your app on a smartphone:
                      Step  1       Download and install the MIT AI2 Companion app on your mobile phone from the
                                  Google Play Store.

                      Step  2     Click on Connect from the top menu.

                      Step  3     Click on AI Companion from the drop-down menu.
                                  The Connect to Companion message box appears.

                      Step  4       Open MIT A12 Companion on your device and connect by scanning the QR code or
                                  typing the code displayed on your screen.

                      After testing, ensure the app draws smoothly with your finger, changes colours with button taps
                      and clears correctly with the Reset button.

                           PURE
                           FACT        The MIT App Inventor interface supports over 21 languages, making it accessible worldwide.

                                SENSORS

                      A sensor lets an app interact with the environment by detecting motion, location, sound and
                      more. They are found in the Sensors category of the Palette.

                      TYPES OF SENSORS
                      There are many different types of sensors as discussed below:

                          Accelerometer Sensor: It detects phone movement, shakes or tilts. It is used in games for tilt
                          control, fitness apps for tracking and security apps for drop or theft detection.

                          Barcode  Scanner: It  reads  codes  on objects  and is  used  in apps for shopping,  library
                          check-ins and more.

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