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  1. In Scratch, you can program a sprite to move using the arrow keys by adding simple scripts. Below are the most common methods to achieve this.

    1. X-Y Method

    This is the simplest way to move a sprite without changing its direction.

    Steps:

    • Select the sprite you want to move.

    • Add the following scripts:

    when [up arrow v] key pressed
    change y by (10)

    when [down arrow v] key pressed
    change y by (-10)

    when [right arrow v] key pressed
    change x by (10)

    when [left arrow v] key pressed
    change x by (-10)
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    • Result: The sprite moves up, down, left, or right when the respective arrow key is pressed.

    2. Steps Method

    This method makes the sprite turn in the direction it moves.

    Steps:

    • Add these scripts to your sprite:

    when [up arrow v] key pressed
    point in direction (0)
    move (10) steps

    when [down arrow v] key pressed
    point in direction (180)
    move (10) steps

    when [right arrow v] key pressed
    point in direction (90)
    move (10) steps

    when [left arrow v] key pressed
    point in direction (-90)
    move (10) steps
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  2. How to Move Sprites with the Arrow Keys - Scratch Wiki

    How to Move Sprites with the Arrow Keys This tutorial explains how one can make a game or interactive animation that moves sprites with the arrow keys.

  3. How to Make a Sprite Move in Scratch with Arrow Keys (Fast

    8 hours ago · Learn how to make a sprite move in Scratch with arrow keys in the easiest and fastest way! In this video, I show multiple methods to move your sprite up, down, right, and left …

  4. How to Make Your Sprite Move in Scratch Using Arrow Keys or …

      1. Choose Your Sprite. First, you need pick a sprite that you want to make move. You can pick …
      2. Create the Variables. In order to help the sprite move smoothly, we have to create variables. …
      3. Right Arrow or 'd' Movement. Now, you have to create left and right movement. In the first …
      4. Left Arrow or 'a' Movement. To make left movement, just copy the first piece of code in Step …
      5. Jumping. You now have right and left movement for your character, but now you need to be …
  5. Move Your Sprite in Scratch: Arrow Key Coding …

    ‍Learn how to make your sprite move in Scratch with arrow keys by following the steps shared below.

  6. Use Arrow Keys - Scratch Foundation

    Want to move your character using arrow keys? Pick your sprite, try our interactive tutorial, and start moving!

  7. How To Make A Sprite Move Smoothly In Scratch With Arrow Keys

    One common task in Scratch is making a sprite move smoothly using the arrow keys. In this article, we will explore two different versions of how to achieve this in Scratch, as well as …

  8. EASIEST Scratch Movement Tutorial (Works in 30 Seconds!) …

    Jun 6, 2025 · Want to learn how to make a sprite move in Scratch? 🐱💻 In this step-by-step beginner tutorial, I’ll show you the easiest way to make smooth movement using arrow keys in Scratch 3.0.

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  9. Moving your sprite in Scratch

    You’llusethe arrow keys on your keyboard tomake yourspritemove. Follow each step carefully, and by the end, you’ll be able to create fun movements for games, stories, and more. If you’re using …

  10. How to make your sprite move left and right

    May 25, 2023 · When you make a post, look at the icons above the bit where you type. One of those is a small blue block with a down arrow next to it. …