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32 lines
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# WebUSB
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WebUSB is an emerging web standard that allows to access USB devices from web pages.
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It allows for a **one-click download** without installing any additional app or software! It also allows to receive data from the @boardname@.
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## Support
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* Chrome 65+ for Android, Chrome OS, Linux, macOS and Windows 10.
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## Upgrade your Firmware
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Make sure that your @boardname@ is running version **0248** or above of the firmware. Upgrading is as easy as dragging a file and it takes a few seconds to get it done.
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[Check out the instructions to check and upgrade your @boardname@.](https://support.microbit.org/support/solutions/articles/19000084059-beta-testing-web-usb)
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## Pair your device
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To get started with WebUSB,
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* connect your @boardname@ to your computer with the microUSB cable
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* open a script
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* open the gearwheel menu and select **Pair device**
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* click on the **Pair device** button and select your @boardname@ in the list
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## One-click Download
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Once your @boardname@ is paired, MakeCode will use WebUSB to transfer the code without having to drag and drop. Happy coding!
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## Console output
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MakeCode will be able to "listen" to your @boardname@ and display the console output, generated by ``console.log`` for example.
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