# Entities

### Introduction

FlatRedBall Entities are used in every FlatRedBall Game. An entity is a reusable definition which you can *instantiate* (create copies) in your screens. Examples of entities are:

* Player
* Enemy
* Coin (something you can collect)
* Bullet (something that can deal damage)

### Creating an Entity

To create a new Entity:

1. Right-click on the Entities folder
2. Select **Add Entity**

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3. Select the desired options for the entity in the pop-up window

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4. Click **OK**