Learn FACTORYIO-MACROS with Real Code Examples

Used in automation training courses

Supports consulting demos

Enables low-cost prototyping

Used to teach PLC logic basics

Education licensing for institutions

More programmable macro blocks

Direct scripting options (Python-like)

Better debugging tools

Higher performance for large scenes

AI-assisted macro generation

High complexity control systems

Real PLC commissioning

Precise timing-critical logic

Large distributed automation

Simulation requiring accurate PLC scan cycles

Factory I/O Macros enable quick, lightweight automation logic inside simulations.

They’re ideal for training, prototyping, and interactive scenes.

Best used for simple to medium automation behavior.

Easier than PLC programming but not as scalable.

Provides fast, visual logic testing in the 3D environment.

Do macros replace a PLC? -> Only for simulation logic.

Can macros be exported to real PLC code? -> No.

Are macros beginner friendly? -> Yes.

Do macros support analog operations? -> Yes.

Can macros run across multiple components? -> Yes, via tags.