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CT

ColorTech_Expert

Posted on February 6, 2024 • Beginner

🎨 Color detection inconsistency between app and web

I’m experiencing a frustrating issue with color detection in Scratch. My project works perfectly in the Scratch app, but when I run it on the website, the color detection blocks seem to ignore most colors. Has anyone else encountered this problem?

What I’ve tried:

  • Using the color picker tool to select exact colors
  • Testing with different color values
  • Checking if it’s a browser-specific issue

The inconsistency is really affecting my game’s functionality. Any suggestions for reliable alternatives? 🤔

SS

SensorSpecialist_Mario

Replied 2 hours later • ⭐ Best Answer

Great question @ColorTech_Expert! This is a common issue that many Scratchers face. The color detection differences between app and web versions are due to rendering and color space variations. Here’s a comprehensive solution guide:

🔍 Understanding the Problem

The issue occurs because:

flowchart TD A[🎨 Color Detection Issue] --> B[App vs Web Differences] B --> C[Rendering Engine Variations] B --> D[Color Space Differences] B --> E[Screen Resolution Effects] C --> F[Different Color Values] D --> F E --> F F --> G[Inconsistent Detection] G --> H[🔧 Solution Strategies] H --> I[Use Sprite Detection] H --> J[Color Range Detection] H --> K[Alternative Methods] style A fill:#ffebee style G fill:#fff3e0 style H fill:#e8f5e8 style I fill:#e3f2fd style J fill:#e3f2fd style K fill:#e3f2fd

🎯 Reliable Solution 1: Sprite-Based Detection

Instead of detecting colors, use invisible sprites as collision detectors:

    // Create invisible detector sprites
when flag clicked
set [ghost v] effect to [100]  // Make completely invisible
go to x: [target x] y: [target y]

// Main detection logic
forever
if <touching [player v] ?> then
// Trigger your action here
broadcast [color detected v]
say [Detected!] for [1] seconds
end
end

🌈 Reliable Solution 2: Color Range Detection

Use a range of similar colors instead of exact color matching:

    // Color range detection system
when flag clicked
set [target red v] to [255]
set [target green v] to [0]
set [target blue v] to [0]
set [color tolerance v] to [20]  // Adjust tolerance as needed

define check color range
set [current color v] to <color [#ff0000] is touching [mouse-pointer v] ?>
if <(current color) = [true]> then
// Color detected within range
broadcast [red detected v]
end

// Alternative: Use multiple color blocks
define check multiple reds
if <<touching color [#ff0000] ?> or <<touching color [#ee0000] ?> or <touching color [#dd0000] ?>>> then
broadcast [red family detected v]
end

🎮 Advanced Solution: Position-Based Detection

Use coordinate-based detection for precise control:

    // Position-based color zones
when flag clicked
// Define color zones
set [red zone x1 v] to [-100]
set [red zone x2 v] to [0]
set [red zone y1 v] to [50]
set [red zone y2 v] to [100]

set [blue zone x1 v] to [0]
set [blue zone x2 v] to [100]
set [blue zone y1 v] to [50]
set [blue zone y2 v] to [100]

forever
// Check if sprite is in red zone
if <<<(x position) > (red zone x1)> and <(x position) < (red zone x2)>> and <<(y position) > (red zone y1)> and <(y position) < (red zone y2)>>> then
set [current zone v] to [red]
broadcast [in red zone v]
end

// Check if sprite is in blue zone
if <<<(x position) > (blue zone x1)> and <(x position) < (blue zone x2)>> and <<(y position) > (blue zone y1)> and <(y position) < (blue zone y2)>>> then
set [current zone v] to [blue]
broadcast [in blue zone v]
end
end

🔧 Improved Color Detection Technique

If you must use color detection, here’s how to make it more reliable:

    // Enhanced color detection
when flag clicked
// Use the eyedropper tool to get exact hex values
set [target color 1 v] to [#FF0000]  // Primary red
set [target color 2 v] to [#FE0000]  // Slightly different red
set [target color 3 v] to [#FF0100]  // Another variation

define reliable color check
// Check multiple similar colors
if <<<touching color (target color 1) ?> or <touching color (target color 2) ?>> or <touching color (target color 3) ?>> then
set [color detected v] to [true]
else
set [color detected v] to [false]
end

// Use this in your main loop
forever
reliable color check
if <(color detected) = [true]> then
// Your action here
say [Color found!] for [0.5] seconds
wait [0.1] seconds  // Prevent spam
end
end

🎨 Color Picker Best Practices

When using the color picker tool:

    // Proper color picker usage
// 1. Always use the eyedropper tool (bottom option)
// 2. Click directly on the target color in your sprite
// 3. Test on both app and web versions
// 4. Save multiple color variations

when flag clicked
// Store multiple color samples
set [color sample 1 v] to [#FF0000]
set [color sample 2 v] to [#FE0101]
set [color sample 3 v] to [#FF0101]

// Test all samples
define test all color samples
set [detection count v] to [0]
if <touching color (color sample 1) ?> then
change [detection count v] by [1]
end
if <touching color (color sample 2) ?> then
change [detection count v] by [1]
end
if <touching color (color sample 3) ?> then
change [detection count v] by [1]
end

// Consider detected if any sample matches
if <(detection count) > [0]> then
broadcast [color detected reliably v]
end

🚀 Cross-Platform Testing Strategy

Ensure your project works everywhere:

    // Platform detection and adaptation
when flag clicked
set [platform test v] to [unknown]

// Simple platform detection
if <key [space v] pressed?> then
wait [0.1] seconds
if <key [space v] pressed?> then
set [platform test v] to [web]  // Web tends to have different key response
else
set [platform test v] to [app]
end
end

// Adjust detection sensitivity based on platform
if <(platform test) = [web]> then
set [color tolerance v] to [30]  // Higher tolerance for web
else
set [color tolerance v] to [10]  // Lower tolerance for app
end

💡 Pro Tips for Reliable Detection

  • Use sprite collision: Most reliable across all platforms
  • Test early and often: Check both app and web during development
  • Provide fallbacks: Always have alternative detection methods
  • Use clear, distinct colors: Avoid similar shades that might blend
  • Consider accessibility: Some users may have color vision differences

The sprite-based approach is almost always more reliable than color detection! 🎯

CT

ColorTech_Expert

Replied 1 hour later

@SensorSpecialist_Mario This is incredibly helpful! Thank you so much! 🙌

I implemented the sprite-based detection method and it works flawlessly on both platforms. The position-based zones are also a great backup solution. I had no idea about the rendering differences between app and web - that explains everything!

One quick question: for the color range detection, how do you determine the optimal tolerance value?

CD

ColorDetection_Pro

Replied 30 minutes later

@ColorTech_Expert For tolerance values, start with 15-20 and adjust based on testing:

    // Tolerance testing system
when [t v] key pressed
set [test tolerance v] to [5]
repeat [10]
say (join [Testing tolerance: ] (test tolerance)) for [0.5] seconds
// Test your color detection here
change [test tolerance v] by [5]
end
say [Find the sweet spot!] for [2] seconds

Generally: 5-10 for precise detection, 15-25 for forgiving detection, 30+ for very loose detection! 🎯

VB

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