ARC-Lite Beta Release (2026.04.07.00) Windows/Android/Chromebook

This update focuses on improving the learning experience, refining the coding workflow, and fixing several usability issues across platforms.

Learning Experience

• Lessons are now displayed directly inside the Blockly workspace instead of opening in a popup. This makes it much easier for students to follow instructions without switching context or memorizing steps.
• Added support for lesson types in the configuration system. (UI integration coming soon.)

Activities & Interface

• Increased the size of the preview button in Activities to make it more visible and easier to use.
• Chromebook users will now see a prompt to maximize the window, helping ensure the best possible layout and experience.

Blockly Improvements

• Servo selection dropdowns now display friendly names pulled from EZ-Bits or port summaries (e.g., Left Shoulder, Vertical Head, Right Gripper), making projects easier to understand.

Programming Editors

• Fixed an issue where selecting variables in the Python and JavaScript editors would insert duplicate $ symbols.
• Disabled automatic text wrapping in both editors to improve readability and maintain proper code formatting.

Connectivity & Platform Behavior

• On Android, pressing the WiFi Settings button now opens the device’s system WiFi settings directly.
• Update checks are now limited to Windows only, avoiding unnecessary checks on other platforms.

Fixes & Stability

• Fixed an issue where global max servo positions were not correctly applied when loading a project.
• Prevented guest users from saving projects, ensuring proper account usage and data integrity.

Overall, this update makes ARC-Lite more intuitive for students, cleaner for developers, and more consistent across devices.