Example Code for micro:bit-RGB LED strip control
Last revision 2025/12/08
This article provides a comprehensive guide on controlling WS2812 RGB LED strips using micro:bit, including hardware preparation, software setup, wiring instructions, and sample code for effective LED management.
Hardware Preparation
- WS2812 RGB LED strip（FIT0656）: 1
- IO Expansion Board（SKU：MBT0014）: 1
Software Preparation
Makecode online programming address: https://makecode.microbit.org.
Please copy the library link address and paste it into the Makecode extension to search: https://github.com/DFRobot/pxt-DFRobot_creative-robotics-kit
Wiring Diagram
Other Preparation Work
Copy the library link address https://github.com/DFRobot/pxt-DFRobot_creative-robotics-kit and paste it into the Makecode extension to search and add the library.
Sample Code
Result
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