Introduction: Arduino Stopwatch

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This Instructable will show you how to make a stop watch out of an Arduino.

Step 1: What You Will Need

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Step 2: Slot the LCD Display Onto the Arduino

This step is very simple just slot the LCD display onto the Arduino.

Step 3: Connect and Install the Program

Just connect your Arduino to The Computer and install the program.

Update - Please use the Modified Stopwatch Program.

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Step 4: Run Your Stopwatch

Now just run your stopwatch.