Arduino Example

Arduino LED Dimmer with Potentiometer

Use a potentiometer to control LED brightness.

Wiring

Check pinout, power supply, common GND and voltage levels before connecting the module.

Full code

const int potPin = A0;
const int ledPin = 9;

void setup() {
  pinMode(ledPin, OUTPUT);
}

void loop() {
  int raw = analogRead(potPin);
  int pwm = map(raw, 0, 1023, 0, 255);
  analogWrite(ledPin, pwm);
}

How it works

This lesson matches the page title and gives a clean starting point for this exact example.

Common mistakes

Check board selection, wiring, libraries, power supply and serial monitor baud rate.

Frequently asked questions

Can I copy this code?

Yes. Adapt pins, credentials and libraries for your board.

Why does it not compile?

Install required libraries and select the correct board.