Hi there! I understand that you're having trouble accessing the Stage in the Platformer or Topdown games when using the new Tynker IDE on your Windows device. To clarify, is the Stage not loading at all, or is it not responding as expected in these game types? Also, are you encountering any kind of error messages or just a blank or frozen area? This extra info will help me pinpoint the issue better.

In the meantime, here are some steps you can try to troubleshoot:

1. Refresh and Clear Cache: Sometimes stale data can cause loading issues. Press Ctrl+F5 to do a hard refresh in your browser. You can also clear your browser cache in the settings.

2. Check Browser Compatibility: You mentioned WebKit on Windows 10 — if you're using a browser like Safari (which is rare on Windows) or a WebKit-based browser, try switching to Chrome or Edge to see if the issue persists.

3. Update Your Browser: Make sure your browser version is up to date to avoid compatibility glitches with the new IDE.

4. Disable Browser Extensions: Occasionally, ad blockers or other extensions interfere with loading. Try disabling these temporarily and reload the IDE.

5. Try a Different Project or IDE Template: See if the problem occurs on a different project or just the Platformer/Topdown templates.

6. Review Internet Connection: A stable connection ensures all assets load properly in the Stage.

If you've already attempted these, please let me know which ones you've tried, and if possible, share screenshots or exact behavior you see. This will help me guide you through more specific steps, including checking IDE settings or account permissions.

Are you able to try these and tell me what happens?

I can see the stage as a Picture but I cannot edit the stage. So all the tools to edit the stage are missing

Thanks for the extra detail! So you can see the Stage image in the Platformer or Topdown projects, but the editing tools—like those for modifying the Stage layout, tiles, and objects—don’t appear at all. This helps a lot.

Based on what you’ve described, it sounds like you might be in a mode or view where Stage editing isn’t enabled. In Tynker’s new IDE, the Stage editing tools for Platformer and Topdown games are accessed specifically through the Level Editor interface, separate from the coding blocks view. Here are some steps to locate and enable those tools:

1. Switch to Level Editor Mode:
Look for a tab or button labeled "Level Editor" or “Stage Editor” in the project interface. This is often near the actors or scripting areas. Clicking this switches you into the view where you can add/edit tiles, platforms, and enemies directly on the Stage.

2. Check Project Type:
Some templates might only show the Stage as a picture if they are in a “playtest” or “preview” mode rather than edit mode. Make sure you are opening the project in “edit” mode, not “play” mode.

3. Verify Your Account Permissions:
If you’re on a student account or restricted classroom environment, editing access to certain tools can be controlled by the teacher or admin. Confirm you have full editing permissions on your account/project.

4. Try a Different Browser:
Since you use a WebKit-based browser on Windows, try switching to Chrome or Edge if possible. Sometimes browser compatibility affects interface elements loading correctly.

5. Clear Browser Cache or Reload:
Clear the cache or do a hard refresh (Ctrl+F5) to make sure your browser loads the latest version of the IDE and tools.

6. Look for Tutorials:
Tynker’s Level Editor is introduced in their support videos and guides. For example, this video shows how to access and use the Level Editor: Tynker Game Project Part 2: Level Editor.

If you still don’t see the Stage editing tools after checking these, it may be a glitch or issue with the new IDE. Let me know if you find the Level Editor mode or not, and if the problem continues, we can explore advanced troubleshooting or get in touch with Tynker support directly to check for system issues.

Does that help clarify where to find the Stage editing tools? Are you able to try switching to the Level Editor tab and see if those tools appear?

I know where to find the Stage editing tools. Sometimes it works. But not always. so there is a glitch or issue in the New IDE. I cannot reproduce the issue consistently either. I am using Chrome to that shouldn't be a problem.

I appreciate your patience in explaining the issue further. Since you know where the Stage editing tools are and sometimes they do appear but other times not—especially while using Chrome on Windows 10—it definitely sounds like an intermittent glitch within the new IDE.

This problem has been reported by other users with inconsistent reproducibility, and Chrome is generally supported, so it’s unlikely a browser incompatibility. Here are a few targeted suggestions to help minimize this glitch or work around it:

1. Keep the IDE Tab Dedicated: Try using the Tynker IDE in a fresh Chrome window without multiple heavy tabs or extensions running simultaneously. Sometimes browser resource constraints cause interface elements to fail loading properly.

2. Use Chrome’s Incognito Mode: This disables extensions by default and can help isolate if an extension is contributing to the problem. Open a new incognito window (Ctrl+Shift+N) and log into Tynker to see if the Stage editor tools behave better there.

3. Clear Site Data for Tynker: Go to Chrome Settings > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Other Site Data > See all cookies and site data. Search for “tynker.com” and clear that data. This can help remove corrupted local settings causing the Stage editor glitch.

4. Update Chrome: Even if you think it’s updated, reconfirm you're on the latest stable version as minor updates fix many glitches under the hood.

5. Report the Glitch to Tynker Support: Since it’s an intermittent issue, it may require their development team to investigate the root cause in the new IDE platform. You can contact Tynker support via [email protected] with as much detail as possible (project types used, time windows, screenshots). This helps them reproduce and fix the glitch.

If these don’t resolve the issue reliably, as a temporary step you could try using Firefox or Edge browsers on Windows for the most stable Stage editing experience, although Chrome should normally work fine.

Would you like me to help you try the incognito mode test or clearing site data first? Let me know how you want to proceed!

Thank you I will try this first and if the problem persists come back to you. I have another issue can i present that?

Absolutely, I’m here to help with your next issue as well! What’s the problem you’re experiencing with the Tynker app? Feel free to describe the situation, and I’ll guide you through troubleshooting it step-by-step.

My actor has dissappeared after switching in platformer from Level 2 to Level1. I cannot see or edit him. He is my 'good guy'. I tried clearing the Cache it didn't help

Thanks for sharing those details about your 'good guy' actor disappearing after switching from Level 2 to Level 1 in your Platformer project. Since you've already cleared the cache and it didn't help, let's dig into common causes and fixes for this issue:

1. Check if the Actor Exists in Both Levels:
In Platformer projects, each level has its own Stage layout and associated actors. Sometimes an actor placed in Level 2 doesn’t automatically appear in Level 1 if it wasn’t added there. Open the Level Editor, switch to Level 1, and verify if your 'good guy' actor is present. If not, you’ll need to drag and place it again for Level 1.

2. Confirm Actor Visibility and Code Controls:
Look at the scripting blocks for your actor across levels. The actor might be set to “hide” on Level 1 or removed by code after switching levels. Check for blocks like hide, set visible false, or logic that deletes or moves the actor off-screen on Level 1.

3. Actor Position Coordinates:
Sometimes the actor is present but placed off the visible stage area. While in Level 1’s Level Editor, verify the actor’s position is within the visible bounds of the stage.

4. Persistence of Actor Between Levels:
If your code switches levels by changing scenes but doesn’t re-add or properly initialize the actor for the new level, the actor might disappear. Ensure your level switch logic includes resetting or adding required actors for each level.

Since this is a fairly common design point, Tynker’s Level Editor support suggests:
- Use the Level Editor button to open the editing mode.
- Select the appropriate level from the level list.
- Drag and drop the actor onto the stage for that level if missing1.

If after checking these points the actor is still missing or you suspect a bug, try creating a simple test project with two levels to reproduce the issue and note the exact steps that cause it, then forward the info to Tynker support.

Would you like me to guide you through checking the Level Editor to confirm if the actor is placed correctly on Level 1 right now? Or would you prefer best practices on coding level switches to maintain actor state?

I have checked. 1. he is in both levels. 2. he is not hidden or marked visibility false 3. where can I see the actors coordinates ?

Great question! To see and check your actor's coordinates (the X and Y position on the Stage) in Tynker, here’s how you can do it:

1. Open the Level Editor:
- Click on the "Level Editor" or "Stage Editor" tab to enter the view where you can see your Stage layout.

2. Select Your Actor:
- Click on the 'good guy' actor sprite on the Stage in Level 1. When selected, Tynker usually shows the actor’s properties including its position.

3. Look for Position Properties:
- In the properties panel or sidebar (usually on the right side), you should see fields labeled “X” and “Y” showing the actor’s current coordinates. These numbers indicate where the actor is located on the grid of the Stage.
- The center of the Stage is generally (0,0), with positive and negative values moving right/left and up/down.

4. Adjust Coordinates if Needed:
- If the actor is off the visible stage area, you can manually change these X and Y values to reposition the actor where you want.

5. Alternatively, Check Coordinates in Code:
- In your scripting (blocks) view, you may also have blocks that get or set the actor’s X and Y position. Look for blocks like “set X to” or “set Y to” or “move to X,Y”. This helps ensure your code isn’t moving the actor off-screen automatically.

Here’s a useful Tynker tutorial page explaining actor positioning and coordinates that might help you understand this better:
Programming 301: Lesson 3 : Actor Positioning | Tynker

Would you like me to help you locate these properties step-by-step in your project right now?

Troubleshooting Tynker app platformer level issues

Thanks for asking about troubleshooting platformer level issues in the Tynker app! Since you’re dealing with challenges like the disappearing actor when switching levels, here are some focused tips and guidance for common platformer level problems based on Tynker’s Level Editor and platformer blocks:

1. Verify Actor Placement Per Level:
Each level in a platformer game uses its own Stage layout and actors. Make sure your actor (like your ‘good guy’) is actually placed on every level you switch to. Open the Level Editor for each level and confirm the actor is positioned within visible stage boundaries.

2. Check Actor Visibility and Scripts Across Levels:
Examine the scripts associated with your actor for each level. Sometimes hide/show commands or level-switch logic affect actor visibility. For instance, if a script hides the actor on Level 1 but not Level 2, the actor won't show up when you switch levels.

3. Confirm Actor Coordinates:
In the Level Editor, select the actor to view and adjust its X and Y coordinates. Sometimes an actor is technically “there” but off the visible stage area. Adjusting coordinates puts it back in view.

4. Proper Level Switching Logic:
Use platformer blocks designed for level switching that properly reinitialize your actors. Failing to do this can cause actors to “disappear” because they aren’t added back or reset correctly when starting a new level.

5. Browser and Cache Considerations:
You’re on Windows 10 using Chrome, which is solid for Tynker. Still, intermittent glitches happen—clearing cache, trying Incognito mode, or disabling extensions can help if issues recur.

6. Use Official Tynker Support Resources:
The Tynker Game Design support page offers tips on building platformer levels and troubleshooting:
Tynker Game Design Support
Also, this video shows the Level Editor in action, which is key to managing platformer levels:
Tynker Game Project Part 2: Level Editor

If after checking these you still encounter problems with your platformer levels or actors, keeping detailed notes and possibly trying a minimal test project can help isolate the issue. Then you can contact Tynker support with exact steps and screenshots for deeper assistance.

Does this help guide you toward resolving your platformer level issues? Would you like me to assist you step-by-step in verifying actor placement and scripting in your project?

I tried to do the check for coordinates but if my actor is not visible on stage i cannot select it so see its coordinates

Thanks for explaining that your actor isn’t visible on the Stage, so you can’t select it to check its coordinates. That’s a common challenge, but don’t worry—there are ways to find and adjust an actor’s position even if it’s hidden or off-screen. Here’s what you can try:

1. Use the Coding Blocks to Get or Set Coordinates:
Since you can’t select the actor on the Stage, you can check and change its position using code blocks:
- In the actor’s scripting area, use blocks like get X position and get Y position to read where it currently is.
- You can also add blocks like set X to and set Y to with values near the center, for example, 0 or small numbers, to bring the actor back into view.

2. Temporarily Force Actor to Show and Reset Position:
If there’s any code hiding the actor at the start, add a show block at the beginning to make sure it’s visible. Then, add set X to 0 and set Y to 0 blocks to reposition it at the center of the Stage.

3. Check Scripts for Movement or Hide Commands:
Sometimes scripts move the actor off-screen or hide it instantly. Look for any hide, go to X,Y with extreme values, or remove blocks in your code and temporarily comment them out or disable them to see if that brings the actor back.

4. Use the Level Editor to Add a New Instance:
If you have access to the Level Editor for that level, you can manually place a new instance of your actor on the Stage. This can sometimes reset the position problem.

5. Use Tynker’s Debugger or Watcher:
Tynker’s debugger lets you monitor variables and actor states during play. You can add watchers for the actor’s X and Y coordinates to see their values in real-time even if the actor isn’t visible4.

6. Create a Temporary Script to Print Coordinates:
Add a small script that uses a say or print block to verbally show the actor’s X and Y positions on the screen for a few seconds.

These methods help you uncover where your actor is and bring them back into view so you can continue editing.

If you want, I can guide you step-by-step to add code blocks that reveal and reset your actor’s position now. Would you like to proceed with that?

That helped. thank you

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Benefits:
- Engaging and Varied Content: Tynker offers interactive coding games and projects across different levels, making it relatable and enjoyable for kids. Many kids “love” the activities, which helps keep motivation high.
- Customizable Assignments: Teachers can tailor coding assignments and monitor progress, which is helpful in classroom settings.
- Integration With Popular Platforms: Tynker connects with Minecraft, Lego WeDo, and similar platforms, letting kids create mods and control physical robotics, adding real-world excitement to coding.
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Features:
- Level-based coding courses with puzzle-solving and game creation.
- A visual drag-and-drop interface that gradually introduces syntax-based coding.
- A Level Editor for creating custom game levels with editable actors and stages.
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- Access to highly rated mobile apps for learning on the go.

In reviews, some note occasional tech hiccups or limits in free content, but the paid versions unlock a broader experience and features.

If you'd like, I can share specific resources or help you explore any of these benefits or features in more detail!

For a deeper look, here’s a review summary from Common Sense Education and others: Tynker Review for Teachers | Common Sense Education and Tynker Reviews, Best Alternatives, Pricing, & Offerings in 2025.

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