Yet, multimeters can be used in a number of ways. You can use them to test for voltage drop at various circuits, blown fuses, current draws, heating elements, and to verify bad cable connections.

Adafruit's video guides you through the basics of using a multimeter, including what those numbers on the display actually mean, how to pick the right voltage, and how to replace a fuse when you ...

For all of you who have a multimeter thrown in a drawer or toolbox but don’t know how to use it, these instructions will help in your search for missing voltage.

Car batteries don't just die. Something is sucking up all its power. A parasitic draw test helps you find out which part is to blame.

Tips If your power supply does not appear to have any problems after testing it with the multimeter, check all of the power connectors to make sure they are properly plugged into the devices.

When your car doesn’t start, often the battery is the culprit. Unfortunately, most vehicle owners do not check their battery until it fails. As preventative maintenance, the suggested best practice is ...

When your car doesn’t start, often the battery is the culprit. Unfortunately, most vehicle owners do not check their battery until it fails. As preventative maintenance, the suggested best practice is ...