{"id":8291,"date":"2025-02-25T03:41:15","date_gmt":"2025-02-25T08:41:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/robodk.com\/blog\/?p=8291"},"modified":"2025-02-25T03:48:45","modified_gmt":"2025-02-25T08:48:45","slug":"robodk-addins-save-time","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/robodk.com\/blog\/robodk-addins-save-time\/","title":{"rendered":"15 RoboDK Add-ins to Simplify Robot Programming and Save Time"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Programming robots doesn&#8217;t have to be a complex task. With the right tools \u2014 like these programming-specific RoboDK Add-ins \u2014 you can program faster, easier, and even enjoy the process!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<p>Let&#8217;s be honest\u2026 programming robots has never been simpler than it is these days. But, there are always tweaks you can make to your programming workflow to make the job even easier.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Among our comprehensive and growing bank of <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/robodk.com\/addins\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">RoboDK Add-ins<\/a>, we have a range of options to fine-tune specific programming tasks and streamline complex workflows.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are 15 highly useful Add-ins to optimize your robot programming:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"1-robot-pilot\">1. Robot Pilot<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>When you want full control over your robot in real time, <a href=\"https:\/\/robodk.com\/addin\/com.robodk.plugin.robotpilot\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Robot Pilot<\/a>, allows you to move the robot in incremental steps, in a similar manner to <a href=\"https:\/\/robodk.com\/blog\/5-quick-ways-to-speed-up-robot-programming\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">conventional jogging.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Features include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Moving the simulated or physical robot through the RoboDK GUI.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Allowing movements relative to the active reference frame.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Altering the step size in millimeters or degrees.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/robodk.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Robot_Teach_Pendant_Programming.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/robodk.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Robot_Teach_Pendant_Programming-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2374\" srcset=\"https:\/\/robodk.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Robot_Teach_Pendant_Programming-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/robodk.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Robot_Teach_Pendant_Programming-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/robodk.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Robot_Teach_Pendant_Programming-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/robodk.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Robot_Teach_Pendant_Programming.jpg 1656w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"2-roboui\">2. RoboUI<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/robodk.com\/addin\/com.robodk.plugin.roboui\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">RoboUI<\/a> lets you easily design custom user interface (UI) elements for your robot solutions and overlay them directly onto RoboDK&#8217;s 3D scene.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Features include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Seamless integration with the powerful <a href=\"https:\/\/github.com\/ocornut\/imgui\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">ImGUI library<\/a> for simple and productive graphical interface design.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Detection of mouse position within the layout.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Easy toggling between custom and default UIs.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"3-ui-additions\">3. UI Additions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/robodk.com\/addin\/com.robodk.plugin.pluginuiadditions\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">UI Additions<\/a> provides even more features for incorporating user interface elements into your project and customizing them for the needs of your project.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Features include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Additional customization elements for your UI.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Replacing of the default program tree with a flexible UI window.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Opaque rendering and simple dockability of the window.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"4-lock-tcp\">4. Lock TCP<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>When you need your robot&#8217;s end effector to stay in position, <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/robodk.com\/addin\/com.robodk.plugin.pluginlocktcp\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Lock TCP<\/a> provides functionality to keep the tool center point (TCP) t in place for a 6-axis industrial robot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Features include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Retaining of TCP when the robot is mounted on a moving external axis.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Automatic rejection of unreachable robot configurations.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Simple changing of the TCP lock state through the <a href=\"https:\/\/robodk.com\/blog\/introduction-to-robodks-api-how-to-automate-repetitive-tasks\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">RoboDK API.<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"5-game-controller\">5. Game Controller<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/robodk.com\/addin\/com.robodk.app.gamecontroller\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Game Controller<\/a> adds a whole new level of simplicity and flexibility of jogging your robot through RoboDK by adding support for standard game controllers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2160\" height=\"1215\" src=\"https:\/\/robodk.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/gamecontroller-addin.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-8363\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Features include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Support for multiple game controller models.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Real-time jogging of the physical robot through the <a href=\"https:\/\/robodk.com\/doc\/en\/Robot-Drivers.html#RobotDrivers\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">RoboDK Drivers module.<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Mapping of robot movements to gamepad buttons and joysticks.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"6-twin-track\">6. Twin Track<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Want to make your whole robot programming process as easy as teaching a task to a person? The <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/robodk.com\/addin\/com.robodk.app.twintrack\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Twin Track Add-in<\/a> is the place to go.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/robodk.com\/TwinTrack\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Twin Track<\/a> is our flagship solution for programming robots through demonstration. It allows you to program the robot by moving an off-the-shelf probe by hand.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Features include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Teaching your robot using an intuitive hand-held probe.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Accuracy of up to 0.15 mm.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fast and reliable programming even for non-programmers.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/robodk.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/RoboDK-TwinTrack-Setup.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"723\" src=\"https:\/\/robodk.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/RoboDK-TwinTrack-Setup.jpg\" alt=\"RoboDK TwinTrack Setup\" class=\"wp-image-7279\" srcset=\"https:\/\/robodk.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/RoboDK-TwinTrack-Setup.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/robodk.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/RoboDK-TwinTrack-Setup-300x212.jpg 300w, https:\/\/robodk.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/RoboDK-TwinTrack-Setup-768x542.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"7-box-spawner\">7. Box Spawner<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>When you need to incorporate conveyors into your robot program, <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/robodk.com\/addin\/com.robodk.app.boxspawner\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Box Spawner<\/a> can save you significant amounts of programming time. It provides a range of features for streamlining material transfer simulations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Features include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Spawning of box objects directly in RoboDK with customizable parameters.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Automatic transfer of box objects to the closest simulated conveyor.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Randomization of box position, orientation, and scale.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"8-app-template\">8. App Template<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Thinking of creating your own RoboDK Add-in? <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/robodk.com\/addin\/com.robodk.app.apptemplate\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">App Template<\/a> provides all you need to get started expanding RoboDK functionality with your own functionality.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Features include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Examples for adding actions, options, and settings.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A selection of icons to use within your custom Add-in.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The required Python modules and dependencies to create a reliable Add-in.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Once you&#8217;ve created your own Add-in\u2026 why not submit it for addition in our <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/robodk.com\/blog\/robodk-addin-marketplace\/\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Add-in Marketplace?<\/a> If it&#8217;s accepted, your development can reach a whole new audience and even provide you with an additional revenue stream.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"9-image-processing-editor\">9. Image Processing Editor<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/robodk.com\/addin\/com.robodk.app.imageprocessingeditor\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Image Processing Editor<\/a> provides a comprehensive set of 2D image processing utilities that are perfect when you are using robot vision within your application.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Features include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Support for varied RoboDK simulated cameras, USB cameras, video files, and image types.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A range of filters to suit any image processing task.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Tools for camera calibration, augmented reality, and detection of advanced image features.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"10-import-dxf\">10. Import DXF<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A must-have addition to any CAD user that uses DXF files, the <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/robodk.com\/addin\/com.robodk.app.importdxf\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Import DXF<\/a> Add-in provides tools to import lines, curves, and other features from the files directly into RoboDK.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Features include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Importing of features from DXF files directly into your RoboDK simulations.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Seamless creation of robot motions from your product design features.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Support for lines, arcs, circles, polylines and splines.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"11-object-deleter\">11. Object Deleter<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/robodk.com\/addin\/com.robodk.app.objectdeleter\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Object Deleter<\/a> helps you keep your robot programming projects clean and efficient by automatically removing objects from the simulation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Features include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Configuration of defined &#8220;deletion zones&#8221; within the simulation.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Support for Python scripts that control object deletion for a more streamlined workflow.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A manual Delete button for instantaneous removal of all objects in the defined region.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"12-item-utilities\">12. Item Utilities<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/robodk.com\/addin\/com.robodk.app.itemutilities\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Item Utilities<\/a> provides a set of useful functions for manipulating items within your simulation, such as robot models or objects.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Features include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Replacing objects in-place and easy object scaling.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Robot replacement while preserving robot base offset and target links.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Permanent attachment of objects to a robot link.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"13-point-utilities\">13. Point Utilities<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>With points being such a fundamental programming element, the <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/robodk.com\/addin\/com.robodk.app.pointutilities\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Point Utilities<\/a> Add-in is extremely useful for generating and editing point objects in RoboDK.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Features include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Adding of points directly to an object surface in the simulation.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Converting points to robot targets for incorporation into your program.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Simple editing of points through the Add-in.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"14-program-utilities\">14. Program Utilities<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>When you need help to organize your robot program, the <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/robodk.com\/addin\/com.robodk.app.progutilities\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Program Utilities<\/a> Add-in is ideal. It provides extra tools to edit your programs and instructions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Features include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Conversion from circular movements (MoveC commands) to a series of connected linear movements (MoveL commands).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Various tools for Merging, reversal, and debugging of robot programs.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Utilities for modifying the visibility of objects in the program tree and expanding of sub-program calls.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/robodk.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/RoboDK-Side-Tree.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"625\" src=\"https:\/\/robodk.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/RoboDK-Side-Tree-1024x625.png\" alt=\"RoboDK Side Tree\" class=\"wp-image-2790\" srcset=\"https:\/\/robodk.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/RoboDK-Side-Tree-1024x625.png 1024w, https:\/\/robodk.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/RoboDK-Side-Tree-300x183.png 300w, https:\/\/robodk.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/RoboDK-Side-Tree-768x469.png 768w, https:\/\/robodk.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/RoboDK-Side-Tree.png 1135w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"15-io-monitor\">15. IO Monitor<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/robodk.com\/addin\/com.robodk.plugin.pluginiomonitor\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">IO Monitor<\/a> helps you keep on top of your program&#8217;s interfacing with external inputs and outputs by allowing real-time IO monitoring.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Features include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Real-time monitoring of input and output statuses from within RoboDK.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Support for all IO formats, including boolean, floating-point numbers, and characters.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A dockable UI for a smooth, organized programming workflow.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The right programming tools can transform the way you program robots, helping you boost programming efficiency and creativity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With these 15 <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/robodk.com\/addins\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">RoboDK Add-ins<\/a>, you have everything you need to simplify your programming workflow and achieve outstanding results faster than ever.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Which Add-in will you try first? <strong>Join the discussion on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/company\/robodk\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">LinkedIn<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/robodkinc\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Twitter<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/robodkinc\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Facebook<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/robodk\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Instagram<\/a>, or in <a href=\"https:\/\/robodk.com\/forum\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">the RoboDK Forum.<\/a>. Also, check out our extensive video collection and subscribe <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/c\/RoboDK3D\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">to the RoboDK YouTube Channel<\/a><\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Programming robots doesn&#8217;t have to be a complex task. 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