Here’s a rundown of the electrical terms and symbols you’ll find on a basic multimeter for home use and what they mean. Multimeters can measure direct current (DC) voltage and alternating ...

A multimeter has a dial surrounded by several symbols that identify electrical values. There are multiple ports for plugging ...

Another simple test is to rotate the meter dial to the position for continuity. This means a continuous electrical path. The symbol for continuity on the meter’s face is a wedge shape that ...