How to Use a Slide Switch with an Arduino (Lesson #24)

This video tutorial explains how to use a slide switch with an Arduino, comparing it to push buttons. It covers the physical structure of a slide switch, wiring it on a breadboard using Tinkercad, and measuring voltage. The tutorial also discusses coding to control an LED with a switch and how to use the switch without an Arduino for simple on/off functionality.

What is a key difference between a slide switch and a push button?

• A push button is not spring-loaded.

• A slide switch holds its position.

• A push button holds its position.

• A slide switch is spring-loaded.

What does SPDT stand for in the context of slide switches?

• Single Pin, Dual Throw

• Single Pin, Double Throw

• Single Pole, Dual Throw

• Single Pole, Double Throw

When wiring a slide switch on a breadboard, what should you avoid?

• Connecting the middle pin to an Arduino pin

• Using a current limiting resistor

• Connecting all three pins in the same row

• Connecting outer pins to power and ground

What happens when you reverse the connections of the outer pins of a slide switch?

• The switch's behavior will reverse

• The switch will short circuit

• The switch will not work

• The switch will require a resistor

Why is no external resistor needed for a slide switch?

• The middle pin is always connected to either power or ground

• The switch is always in a floating state

• The switch has built-in resistors

• The switch is not connected to an Arduino

What is the main advantage of using a slide switch over a button for controlling an LED?

• The switch is more durable

• The switch requires less wiring

• The switch is cheaper

• The switch can hold its position

In what scenario would you not need an Arduino to control an LED with a slide switch?

• When only turning the LED on or off

• When needing complex code

• When using sensors

• When using multiple LEDs