How to Use a Multimeter to Check Continuity?

Turn off power to the circuit

Set the multimeter to continuity mode

Insert the black probe into COM

Insert the red probe into V/Ω

Touch the probe tips together to test the meter

Place the probes on the two points you want to check

Listen for a beep or watch for a near-zero reading

If there is no beep or the display shows open or OL, continuity is not present

Remove the probes after testing

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