The rules for using a breadboard are fairly simple. Note that each series of 5 holes shown below is connected by a black line (which is added here just for illustration). These holes are connected together at the bottom of the breadboard. So the basic rule is: Connect two items together by plugging them into the same row.

• The rules for using a breadboard are fairly simple. Note that each series of 5 holes shown below is connected by a black line (which is added here just for illustration). These holes are connected together at the bottom of the breadboard. So the basic rule is: Connect two items together by plugging them into the same row.

• Example – Illustrate how to connect the LED circuit below on a breadboard.