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@ -13,41 +13,41 @@ The servo requires 3 connections: GND, 3V and a logic pin.
In this tutorial, we will equip the servo with crocodile clips to make it easier to use.
However, you could also use a shield or female to crocodile clips to acheive the same effect.
## The easy way: Alligator/Crocobile Clip to Male Jumpers #hintconnection
The easiest way to connect a servo to the @boardname@ is to use cables that have an **Alligator/Crocobile clip** on one end
and a **Male jumper (pig tail)** on the other end. You can purchase bundles of such cables from various electronic resellers.
## Custom connection
If you are running a class or activity, you should consider preparing all servos before hand.
### ~ hint
Kitronik wrote an excellent in-depth guide about using servos with the @boardname@.
Check it out at https://www.kitronik.co.uk/blog/using-bbc-microbit-control-servo/ .
### ~
## Step 1: cutout the connector
### Step 1: cutout the connector
Using the cutting pliers, cut out the dark plastic connector.
![](/static/mb/projects/inchworm/servo1.jpg)
## Step 2: strip out cables
### Step 2: strip out cables
Using the plier or a wire stripper, strip the plastic from the cables.
![](/static/mb/projects/inchworm/servotrim.jpg)
## Step 3: threading the servo cablers
### Step 3: threading the servo cablers
Thread the servo cables.
![](/static/mb/projects/inchworm/servo3.jpg)
## Step 4: crocobile clip claps
### Step 4: crocobile clip
Cut a crocodile cable in two and strip out the casing.
If possible try to use the same cable colors as the servo!
![](/static/mb/projects/inchworm/servo4.jpg)
## Step 5: thread cables together
### Step 5: thread cables together
Place the cables next to each other
@ -65,19 +65,19 @@ If the connection is weak, the microservo will not receive enough current and it
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## Step 4: protect the connection
### Step 4: protect the connection
Protect the connection with electrical or duct tape.
Protect the connection with shrinkwrap tubes, electrical or duct tape.
![](/static/mb/projects/inchworm/servo7.jpg)
## Step 5: repeat for all cables
### Step 5: repeat for all cables
Repeat the same process until all cables are connected.
![](/static/mb/projects/inchworm/servo8.jpg)
## Step 6: testing!
### Step 6: testing!
It's time to test that your connection are all proper and that the servo will function **when the @boardname@ is powered by battery**.