How to Wire and Program Multiple Push-Buttons with an Arduino

Push-buttons are incredibly common in the DIY Arduino space, with countless projects across the web relying on these small switches to activate their code. But how exactly can you wire and program more than one push-button to work with your Arduino? Let’s find out.

What Are We Making?

This is a simple project that is designed to get you started with more complex Arduino builds in the future. We won’t be giving our buttons a job, but this means that you can choose what you would like them to do for yourself using one of our other handy DIY Arduino guides.

What Do You Need?

You only need a handful of parts to complete this project, many of which you will already have in your DIY parts collection.

  • 4 x Push-button switches
  • 4 x 10kΩ resistors
  • 1 x Any type of Arduino board (we’re using a Leonardo)
  • PVC/silicone coated wire
James H. Sterling

James H. Sterling

Environmental Science & Climate Journalist

James Sterling reports on renewable energy developments, climate policy, ecological conservation, and green tech innovations around the globe.

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