How to Use Geometry Dash API: A Developer’s Guide

Learn how to use Geometry Dash API with this developer’s guide. Explore tools, fetch data, and build for the Geometry Dash community.

A few years ago, I stumbled into the world of Geometry Dash, a rhythm-based platformer that, on the surface, looks deceptively simple. But as I dove deeper, I realized there was an entire ecosystem of creators, level designers, and an engaged community pushing the limits of what was possible. It reminded me of a peer-to-peer marketplace, where users collaboratively create and share their work, building a thriving, interconnected community. 

Then, like many curious developers, I asked myself: Can I interact with Geometry Dash programmatically? Can I automate tasks, fetch data, or even create tools for the community? 

The answer? Yes. But finding reliable, structured information on the Geometry Dash API was a different story. Scattered documentation, outdated tutorials, and a lack of clear guidance made it frustrating. 

That’s why this guide exists. If you’re here, you want to understand, implement, and leverage the Geometry Dash API effectively. And I promise, by the time you finish reading, you’ll be equipped with everything you need to start building.

Understanding the Geometry Dash API: What It Is and

First things first, let’s put things into perspective.

What is an API?

If you’re new to APIs (Application Programming Interfaces), think of them as messengers between different software components. Imagine you’re at a restaurant:

• You (the client) place an order.
• The waiter (the API) takes your request and brings it to the kitchen (the server).
• The kitchen prepares your meal and hands it back to the waiter.
• The waiter delivers the meal to you.

The Geometry Dash API works similarly, it allows us to send requests to retrieve user data, fetch level information, interact with comments, and even automate in-game actions.

Why Use the Geometry Dash API?

For developers, the API opens up a world of possibilities:

• Automate repetitive tasks (e.g., fetching user stats).
• Create bots that interact with the community.
• Develop tools that enhance the Geometry Dash experience.

Getting Started: Setting Up the Environment

Let’s get practical. To interact with the Geometry Dash API, we’ll use gd.py, a Python library designed for this purpose.

Step 1: Installing gd.py

Fire up your terminal and install the library using pip:

pip install gd.py

Step 2: Creating a Client Instance

Every API request starts with a client that connects to Geometry Dash’s servers.

import gd

client = gd.Client()

Boom. You’re now connected. Think of this as logging into the game before doing anything else.

Step 3: Making Your First API Request

Let’s do something simple, fetching a song by its ID:

import asyncio

async def main():

    song = await client.get_song(1)

    print(song)

asyncio.run(main())

If everything is set up correctly, this should return details about the song with ID 1.

Step-by-Step Tutorials: Common Actions with the Geometry Dash API

Now that we’re warmed up, let’s dive into some real-world use cases.

A. Logging in and Authenticating Users

Certain operations require authentication, like liking levels or sending messages.

Here’s how you log in:

await client.login('your_username', 'your_password')

Once authenticated, you can perform actions tied to your account.

B. Fetching Level and User Data

Want to grab information about a level?

level = await client.get_level(30029017)

print(level.name, level.creator)

Need to find a specific player?

user = await client.find_user('RobTop')

print(user.id, user.name)

These simple queries allow you to retrieve valuable insights from the game.

C. Interacting with Comments

One of my favorite features is the ability to analyze community feedback.

Let’s say you want to calculate the average rating of all comments on a level:

total = 0

count = 0

level = await client.get_level(30029017)

for comment in await level.get_comments(amount=-1):

    count += 1

    total += comment.rating

print(f'Average rating/comment on {level.name}: {total / count:.2f}')

This is a powerful way to gauge player sentiment on different levels.

D. Sending Friend Requests

Ever wanted to automate friend requests? Now you can:

rob = await client.find_user(‘RobTop’)

await rob.send_friend_request(‘Hey there from gd.py!’)

This is where automation meets social interaction.

Troubleshooting and Error Handling

No API experience is complete without errors and debugging. Here are some common issues and how to handle them:

A. Authentication Errors

Issue: Incorrect username/password.
Solution: Double-check credentials and enable 2FA if necessary.

B. Rate Limits

Issue: Too many requests in a short period.
Solution: Implement a delay between requests:

import asyncio

await asyncio.sleep(1)  # Pause for 1 second between requests

C. Handling Missing Data

Issue: API returns an empty response.
Solution: Use exception handling:

try:

level = await client.get_level(999999999)  # Non-existent level

except gd.MissingAccess:

    print("This level doesn't exist or is private.")

Mastering error handling ensures your scripts run smoothly even in unexpected situations.

Advanced API Use Cases

A. Automating Community Engagement

Imagine building a bot that automatically likes levels based on specific conditions:

levels = await client.search_levels("cool level")

for level in levels:

if level.likes > 1000:

        await level.like()

This could be the foundation for a GD auto-review bot.

B. Creating Data-Driven Dashboards

Want to track trending levels? You can fetch the top-rated ones and store them in a database for analysis.

C. Building a Custom Level Browser

With the API, you can create a search tool that filters levels based on difficulty, creator, or rating.

Optimizing for Performance and Scalability

If you’re making frequent API calls, consider these optimizations:

• Use caching to store results and reduce redundancy.
• Batch requests instead of making individual calls.
• Handle rate limits gracefully to avoid bans.

Key Takings

• The Geometry Dash API allows developers to interact with the game’s servers and automate tasks.
• Install gd.py, connect as a client, and make requests to the API.
• Use tutorials for common operations like fetching data or sending friend requests.
• Troubleshoot errors and optimize performance for advanced use cases.

So, what’s next?

• Try out the examples.
• Experiment with different API endpoints.
• Build something awesome and share it with the community.

Want to keep learning? Check out:

• gd.py Documentation
• Official Geometry Dash Community