Getting Started

Getting Started

Welcome to Matthew Allen’s Pedro Pathing Plus Visualizer, the modern path planner for FTC. This guide will get you up and running in minutes.

1. The Interface

• Field Map / Canvas (Left): Your field view. Drag to pan, scroll to zoom.
• Control Tab / Inspector (Right): Edit properties of selected points or paths.
• Timeline (Bottom): Scrub through your autonomous routine.
• NavBar (Top): Access files, settings, and different editing modes.

2. Your First Path

1. Start: The robot starts at a preset point. Drag it to your starting position.
2. Add a Point: Press P or click the green + button to create a new waypoint.
3. Shape the Path:
   • Drag the end point to move the destination.
   • Add Control Points and drag them to curve the path (Bezier).
4. Chain It: Press P again to add another segment connected to the last one.

3. Power Features

Don’t stop at simple lines! The visualizer allows for advanced control:

• ⚡ Path Optimization: Automatically refine your path for maximum speed and safety. Click the Table icon to try it. Learn more
• 📍 Event Markers: Trigger robot actions (like “Open Claw”) at exact points along the path. Learn more

4. Visualize & Export

• Simulate: Press Space to watch your robot drive the path.
• Verify: Check for collisions or awkward movements.
• Export: Click the Export button (top right) to generate Java code for your robot.

⚡ Essential Shortcuts

Action	Shortcut
Add Path	P
Add Wait	W
Play / Pause	Space
Undo	Ctrl + Z
Save	Ctrl + S