If you are running an older operating system (macOS 10.14 or older, or Windows 7/8), you can still download the original EV3 Lab Software which contains the classic "EV3-G" block programs. Community and Alternative Programs
For owners of the legacy NXT 2.0 kit, NXTPrograms.com provides a dedicated "Inventor" series program that sorts 3M beams by color.
Building a LEGO MINDSTORMS color sorter is a staple project for robotics enthusiasts, offering a hands-on way to explore sensor logic and motorized automation. Whether you are using the older system or the more recent EV3 , finding and downloading the right program is the first step toward getting your robot operational. Official EV3 Color Sorter Programs
A tutorial for the original NXT set is available at Robotsquare , featuring a download for the NXT-G program that uses light intensity to distinguish colors. How to Install Your Downloaded Program Robotsquarehttps://robotsquare.com Tutorial: BRICK SORT3R - Robotsquare
Advanced users can download the official MicroPython image and use a dedicated color sorter example script that handles scanning and distribution logic.
The most modern way to program your sorter is via the EV3 Classroom App . This Scratch-based environment includes built-in instructions and sample code for the official color sorter model.
For users with the or the Retail Set (#31313) , the color sorter is one of the primary "hero" builds.