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String Concatenation

#28. String Concatenation

We have already learned how to display readings from our sensors. But if we have more than one sensor, we'll need a way to tell the readings apart.

The concat node will help us solve this problem.

Concat allows you to merge two strings into one. The new string will have the input to the left pin placed in the beginning and the input to the right pin placed at the end.

Test circuit

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How-to

1. Find the constant-string node in the library. Add one per string that never change. Alternatively, bind the desired value directly to a concat pin via Inspector.
2. Assign string values to each node using the Inspector. Try something like “Temp: ” and “Light: ” to keep things short. Put a space at the end so that when we combine it with another string they won't bunch up.
3. Link the VAL pins of the constant-string nodes to the left pins of the concat nodes. The IN1 is the beginning of the line, it’s the first part.
4. Link the outputs of the thermometer and photoresistor to the right pins on the concat nodes. They will be the second part of the generated string.
5. Upload the patch to the Arduino.

Now, the readings from your sensors are displayed on the screen with a convenient label!

Try it yourself

Try to display the measurement label before the reading and the units of measurement afterward. Use two more concat nodes for this. But remember, you only have 16 characters per line.

Try to convert degrees Celsius to degrees Fahrenheit and label them accordingly. You will find a clue for this task in chapter #14.