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    Troubleshooting Tips

                     1. Ensure the LDR is positioned where it can detect light changes effectively.
                     2. Check the connections between the LDR, transistor, and LED for any loose wires.

                     3. Check the battery voltage to ensure it’s sufficient for the circuit operation.

                     RGB Light Control

                     RGB light control is a method of managing colourful lights using three primary colours: Red, Green,
                     and Blue. By adjusting the brightness of each colour, you can create millions of different shades. It
                     is commonly used in devices like LED strips, gaming setups, or decorative lighting. You can control
                     the colours, brightness, and effects, such as flashing or fading, using a remote or an app.

                     RGB LED

                      An RGB LED is like having three tiny LEDs in one package, each emitting red, green, or blue light.

                      By adjusting the brightness of each color, we can mix them together to create different colors.
                      This  allows  us  to  create  colourful  displays,  mood  lighting,  and  dynamic  effects  in  electronic
                       projects.

                     RGB LEDs come in two main types: Common Cathode RGB LED, Common Anode RGB LED.

                                                   Common  Cathode RGB  LED: This  type  of  RGB  LED has  a  shared
                                                    cathode (-) for all three color elements (Red, Green, Blue). Each color
                                                    is  controlled  separately  by  applying  a
                                                   positive voltage to its respective anode
                                                   (+).
                                                   Common Anode RGB LED: In this type,
                                                    the RGB LED shares a common anode (+)
                                                    for all three color elements. Each color
                                                    is controlled  separately  by  grounding
                                                    its respective cathode (-).

                     Multimeter

                      A multimeter is used to measure various properties like voltage, current, and resistance.

                      It  has  probes  that  you  connect  to  different  parts  of  a  circuit  to  take
                       measurements.

                      By selecting the appropriate setting on the multimeter, you can measure
                       voltage by connecting the probes across a component, current by placing
                       the multimeter in series with the circuit, and resistance by connecting the
                       probes to the ends of a resistor or component.
                      The multimeter displays the measured value on a screen, making it easy to troubleshoot circuits
                       and diagnose problems.

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