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TINKERCAD CIRCUIT INTERFACE
The Tinkercad circuit interface is a part of the Tinkercad platform that allows users to design and
simulate electronic circuits.
Project Name Code Views Component List
Send To
In this chapter, you will learn how circuits work by creating simple projects like lighting up
LEDs and using switches in Tinkercad. You will also discover how microcontrollers and Arduino Toolbar Start/stop Simulation
control these circuits.
Component Library
WHAT IS A CIRCUIT?
Workspace
A circuit is a pathway for electricity to flow. It is made up of different
electrical components that are connected to allow electric current to pass
through. Circuits are used in electronic devices, robots and machines to
make them work.
TYPES OF CIRCUITS
Here’s an overview of the components of the Tinkercad circuit interface:
There are two main types of circuits:
Project Name: This is the title of the current project in Tinkercad. You can rename the project
Series Circuit by clicking on this section.
In a series circuit, all components are connected in a single path. The Toolbar: The toolbar contains various buttons and tools to interact with the circuit editor. It
electricity flows through each component one by one. If one component helps you manipulate components like notes, wires, wire types, rotation, deletion and more
fails or is turned off, the entire circuit is interrupted. For example, if one bulb within the circuit.
in Christmas lights goes out, all the lights turn off. Code: This section gives access to the code editor where you can program the components in
the circuit. It allows you to control the components in the simulation.
Parallel Circuit Start/stop Simulation: This button starts the simulation and tests your circuit. Click it again to
A parallel circuit has multiple paths for electricity to flow. Each component is stop or pause the simulation.
connected to its own independent path. If one component stops working, the Views: This section offers options for adjusting the display view of the circuit, like zooming in
others continue to function. For example, in a house, if one light bulb burns out, or out or changing the layout.
the other lights stay on. Component List: This section shows a list of all the components in the current project. You can
select and use them in your circuit.
Send To: This button allows you to share the project or send it as a link or in a format that
TINKERCAD CIRCUIT others can use.
Tinkercad Circuit is an online simulation tool that allows users to design, build and test electronic Component Library: The component library displays various components such as resistors,
circuits without using physical components. It is part of Tinkercad, a beginner-friendly platform by LEDs and motors. You can drag these into the circuit editor and it is organised by categories
Autodesk for learning electronics, coding and 3D design. like Basic, Sensors and more.
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Designing Circuits with Tinkercad
