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WS281x LED Status
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Configuration of the plugin

There's a lot of documentation here, that describes in detail the configuration options and the features of the plugin. Be sure to read the pages under the configuration section, such as

Still struggling? Please seek help on the , or the . I'm often there, or there are other users of the plugin who can help out.

Connecting LEDs and making them work

Probably the step that has the most problems, you're not alone here.

Please double check that you have wired the LEDs exactly as shown in the and double check all connections.

Next up is the , where there's a list of common problems identified with solutions. Please check there and make sure your problem isn't listed, or try some of the recommended solutions.

Still won't work?

Before asking for help, please ensure that your LED strip works with other devices if possible. The best thing to check is with an Arduino, since these work more reliably than Raspberry Pi & Python.

You can seek support by opening a issue, on the , or the. Helpful people are around most of the time to get your problems solved.

Reporting a bug with the plugin

Really? You found a bug? Ok then, best make sure it is fixed.

Please open a bug report issue providing as much information as possible, including:

  • (Always) octoprint.log file

  • Clear, easy steps to reproduce.

  • The hardware you are using (if relevant)

  • Screenshots/video showing the problems (if necessary - these can help quite a lot)

(Always)plugin_ws281x_led_status_debug.log file, preferably with enabled.

Please use the

bug report template!
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