The DIP-Switch

The previous tutorials dealt with simple 1-bit and multi-bit inputs :

These simple inputs are not the only ones available in Logisim. Others are available in the additional components, such as the DIP-Switch, which this tutorial quickly focuses on.

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NOTE

The DIP-Switch is not necessarily vital in itself, but it is sometimes used in graded TPs, so this tutorial mentions it briefly.

DIP-Switch functioning

The DIP-Switch is simple to understand. It is a type of input equivalent to several 1-bit inputs. Here's what it looks like :

Each switch corresponds to one bit. The number of switches can be changed in the properties.

Interacting with a DIP-Switch

To change the value of the inputs, simply use the hand tool by clicking on the switch to be changed.

Appendix

The Logisim project used in this tutorial can be downloaded from this link.