How to use the Arduino Protoshield

How do you use an Arduino Proto Shield? What can you do with an Arduino prototyping shield? Why would you use a premade prototyping shield? In this video I will share what I learned about what to look for and how to find it. Some topics include: Why I wanted to use a protoshield, the difference between the Elegoo and Arduino ProtoShield, what to look for in a prototyping shield and more.

If you are just starting out with Arduino, physical computing or hobby electronics you may be considering purchasing or using a prototyping shield. As I am progressing in my Arduino and electronics education, I am considering the possibility of using a protoboard / protoshield. There aren't many videos that explain what the official Arduino Proto Shield can do or how to use one. As I researched this prototyping shield topic, I realized that it may be helpful to explain some finer details that some more advanced tutorials may skip over.

I bought an official Arduino Proto Shield, Rev 3, Uno Size (TSX00083) from the official Arduino store. I also have Elegoo and Keyestudio prototyping shields. Sparkfun, Adafruit and many other maker companies sell prototyping shields and each one is designed differently. In this video I will try and share what I learned about what to look for and how to find it.

Here is the link to the Official Arduino Schematic:

https://www.arduino.cc/en/uploads/Main/ArduinoProtoShield_V4.0-schematic.pdf