Scratch is a block-based computing language created with the express purpose of helping kids learn the basics of computer programming. Scratch is a web-based coding environment accessed from any device with a browser and an active internet link.

When it comes to programming for kids, Scratch serves as an excellent tool, providing a friendly and captivating approach to introduce coding principles to young learners.

Okay, but what if someone wishes to use the scratch offline without an internet connection?

Well, the answer is, you can!

Scratch offline Editor is an offline version of Scratch that allows programmers to use the tool even when they don’t have access to the internet. The scratch offline editor and its many features are discussed in detail in this blog post.

Introduction to Scratch Offline Editor 

The Scratch Offline Editor, also known as the Scratch App, was released on January 2, 2019, and is a modified version of Scratch 3.0.

It can be downloaded and installed on a desktop or laptop computer and is useful for those who want to use the Scratch platform without an internet connection.

Some coders do not want to participate in the online community. Some want to create newer versions of their games without being noticed or experiencing frequent network problems.

For such coders, the Scratch Offline Editor comes in handy.

System requirements 

To run the Scratch offline editor, one must meet the minimum system requirement stated below:

• In the case of Windows and macOS, the system version must be above version 10.
• In the case of chromeOS and Android, the system version must be above 6.0. 
• The system must consist of approximately 400 MB of free space. 

Steps to download Scratch offline editor 

You can easily download the Scratch offline editor just by following the few simple steps mentioned below!

1. One can either get the scratch app on the Microsoft store or directly download it by the given link.  
2. Run the downloaded .exe file and finish the setup. 
3. Update the settings after finishing the installation setup of the Scratch editor.

Steps to open Scratch Offline Editor 

To open Scratch Offline Editor on the system, follow the steps given below:

1. Click on the Scratch icon on the desktop. 
2. The scratch editor window will open as shown in the given figure below:

You can also open the Scratch Offline Editor by clicking the start button. Enter ‘scratch’ in the search bar and then click on the first result that appears.

The window for the Scratch Offline Editor will appear and you are now ready to work on your scratch projects without being connected to the internet.

Conclusion

With the Scratch Offline Editor app, you can use the simple block-based programming language Scratch even when you are not connected to the internet. You can now work on your projects on the Scratch App offline, whether on purpose or due to a network outage. All you have to do is download the application to your computer and run it. However, before proceeding, ensure that your system meets all of the requirements.  To learn more about such exciting applications, check out the latest fun blogs on the BrightCHAMPS blog page.

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