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This tag is for questions regarding powering and/or power consumption of Arduino systems.

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Why does an Arduino UNO need two GND ports?

I have really bad eyesight, so whenever I plug in the power wire and the GND wire I always double check if I'm actually plugging in to the power port not one of the two GND ports. …
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Curious: What would happen if you connect 5V and GND port directly with a wire

Has anyone ever accidentally or inadvertently connected connected the supply port with the ground port with a wire? Does Arduino provide internal safety to prevent the circuit board from shorting ou …