To test it, set the multimeter to measure voltage. Insert a probe into each slot and read the line voltage measurement. A properly working outlet gives a reading of 110 to 120 volts.

What Is a Multimeter? A multimeter is a tool that measures electrical properties like resistance, voltage, and current. It is ...

Resistance meter testing. Capacitive charge test.A simple pass/fail test for a capacitor determines if it can develop a capacitive charge. Using an analog multimeter (preferred) set to the kilohms ...

If your multimeter reads voltage and amperage accurately, this test does work. If the results aren’t matching up with your capacitor tester, you will want to check your multimeter against some other ...

For example, those 100 nF capacitors really ought to be placed within 10 mm of your chip if it’s operating at 100 MHz, but you can get away with even 10 cm if no signals go much above 1 MHz.