Tutorials

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This page is a listing of tutorials that you can use to help you get used to the tools in Roblox. Most of these tutorials do not cover how to do specific things, they teach you how to use tools to simple things. You won't learn how to make a plane, but you will learn how to make a brick hover, how to make a brick turn, and how to use the Mouse to aim a brick. Use your imagination to build cool things with the simple tasks you learn here.

Click on a tab to learn more about each category. We have some Website and other related tutorials available as well.


Getting StartedGetting Started
Get you started nice and easy.
ReportingReporting
Learn how to use the reporting system.
FAQFAQ
Questions we get, alot.
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Getting into the game and making some neat stuff.


Easy
How to create a LevelInformation on how to build in your own Place.
ToolsHow to add weapons and building tools to your map
How do I make bricks I can walk through?Shows you how to use CanCollide to make bricks you can walk through.
How to make transparent bricksMaking bricks 'see through', also known as transparency.
How to make a shiny brickMake shiny bricks that reflect the clouds.
How to use MotorsBasic Motor use information.
Brick Surface TypesThe different brick surfaces available, and how to use them.
How to create ModelsHow to upload your creations to the Roblox website.
How to change materialsWant to make your brick look like wood or slate? Here's how!
Moderate
PropertiesThe Properties window and how it works.
How to make a DoorHow to make a simple door.
How to make Text on a BrickHow to use the Humanoid to create signs in your game.
How to make Conveyor BeltsCovers how to use Velocity to make things move.
How to make a TrampolineA guide for bouncing like a maniac.
How to make an Office BuildingShows how to use shortcuts to make models quickly.
How to create a WindmillHow to make a Windmill.
Setting a Thumbnail PictureHow to set the pictures that display your places and models.
Advanced
Design tips for awesome Multiplayer mapsGive you a few pointers to make maps that people want to play in.
How to make a CarShows how to use the Vehicle Seats.
CFrame PositioningShows how to move bricks around using CFrames.
How to make RampsDifferent methods to create ramps.
Expert
How to make FountainsShows how to combine Scripting and Building
How to make transparent ShirtsShows how to make bits of a Shirt or Pants see-through.
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Making your maps do crazy things.


Easy
Beginner's Guide to ScriptingIf you've never worked with scripting before, look here.
Basic ScriptingShows you some of the basics of scripting.
Script Creation WalkthroughStep by step how to make a simple script.
Creating a BrickBasic tutorial on how to create a brick using a script.
IS:What is Debounce?Explains what Debounce is, and what it's used for.
IS:Making a Healing PotionThe Intro to Scripting series, how to Heal or Damage a Humanoid.
IS:Make a Dance FloorHow to change the color of a brick, and create simple loops.
IS: Make an Invisibility ToolShows how to create Tools and turn yourself invisible.
Moderate
What are GUIs?This very in-depth guide explains what GUIs are.
How to create VIP DoorsShows how to use tables, and to create a door that only certain people can enter.
How to make RainCreating drops falling from the sky in random locations.
One-way DoorsHow to create doors that go only one direction.
Making Glow ScriptsMaking objects glow, with more complex loops.
Intro to WeaponsAn intro into the scripting of Weapons in Roblox.
How to TeleportAn overview of teleportation of players.
Making an OnClicked ScriptShows how to use the Mouse to trigger weapons.
How to make Regenerateable ModelsShows how to use variables to remove and create new models, even if they've been destroyed.
Advanced
Using SoundsShows how to use events and work with Sounds.
How to add Messages to your PlaceShows how to use scripts to work with the Message object.
Using BodyPositionDetails how to use the BodyPosition object.
Using Vector3 ValuesShows how to use math with Vector3s.
How to build a CatapultA guide for medieval mayhem.
How to create talking commandsA guide on how to use the Chatted event.
Using PlayerEnteredHow to use the PlayerAdded event.
How to make an ElevatorHow to make bricks move up and down in time.
How to make MorphsCreating Morphs for your players.
How to make Multi-Handle toolsCreating tools with more than one brick for a handle.
Expert
Really random numbersHow to create more genuinely random numbers.
Money and Shop ScriptsHow to create an economy for your place.
Using LeaderboardsHow to create your own Leaderboards.
Creating Black HolesShows how to simulate gravity fields in lots of objects.
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You know, those things you strap to your arm.
Obsolete BrickBattle WeaponsAn old guide on the default Roblox weapons.
Using the Game ToolHow to move bricks around in Multiplayer.
Using ToolsHow to work with the Tools, and creating your own.
Using HopperBinsThe Tool's older version, using simpler Hopperbins.
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Recording stuff for bragging rights.
How to record Video from RobloxGuide on how to get your videos created and ready to put on YouTube.
How to take ScreenshotsTaking pictures of game action.