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This document summarizes the general implementation process of GPIO peripherals in ESP-IDF, covering key peripheral configurations, initialization, and common operations, providing a unified implementation reference for different examples.

Mastering the content of this document can help quickly understand the core usage process of GPIO peripherals, facilitating the reuse of common code in different applications.

GPIO Configuration

1. Configuration Structure

gpio_config_t is a GPIO configuration structure provided by ESP-IDF, used to uniformly set various attributes when initializing GPIO. Multiple GPIO attributes can be set at once through structure initialization, avoiding repetitive code and configuration errors. Rational use of this structure can improve the flexibility and system stability of GPIO usage. The main fields of this structure are as follows:

Field Description

Structure Member	Description
pin_bit_mask	Pin mask
mode	I/O Mode
pull_up_en	Internal Pull-up Resistor
pull_down_en	Internal Pull-down Resistor
intr_type	Interrupt Trigger Mode

2. Pin Mask: The GPIO pin mask is used to select and configure multiple GPIO pins at once. It is generated by bit operations during initialization or setting, which can improve configuration efficiency. Common mask descriptions are as follows:

• Single Pin Mask: Generated by shifting 1 to the left by the specified pin number, for example, 1 << GPIO0, which means selecting the GPIO0 pin.

• Multiple Pin Mask: Multiple single pin masks are combined by bitwise OR operations, for example, (1 << GPIO0) | (1 << GPIO1), which means selecting both GPIO0 and GPIO1.

The GPIO pin mask provides a flexible way to select multiple pins through bit operations, simplifying code, improving configuration efficiency, and ensuring unified management of multiple pins.

3. I/O Mode: GPIO pins can be configured in different working modes to meet different input and output needs. Common working modes are as follows:

I/O Mode

I/O Mode	Mode Description	Extended Description
GPIO_MODE_DISABLE	Disable mode	The pin can neither input nor output, used to temporarily disable a GPIO.
GPIO_MODE_INPUT	Input mode	The pin can only read level signals, suitable for input scenarios such as buttons, sensors, etc.
GPIO_MODE_OUTPUT	Output mode	The pin can only output level signals, can be used to control peripherals such as LEDs, relays, etc.
GPIO_MODE_OUTPUT_OD	Open-drain output mode	The pin outputs in an open-drain manner, requiring an external pull-up resistor, suitable for output scenarios where multiple devices share a bus.
GPIO_MODE_INPUT_OUTPUT_OD	Open-drain input-output mode	The pin can read levels and output in an open-drain manner, commonly used in bidirectional buses or shared signal lines.
GPIO_MODE_INPUT_OUTPUT	Input-output mode	The pin can both read and output levels, suitable for scenarios that require bidirectional control.

The choice of GPIO mode depends on actual application requirements, including whether input, output or bidirectional control is needed, and whether to use open-drain mode. Reasonable configuration of GPIO mode can improve system reliability and avoid misoperations and circuit conflicts.

4. Internal Pull-up/Pull-down Resistors: GPIO pull-up/pull-down resistors are used to provide a default level when the input pin is not connected to an external signal, avoiding unstable levels or false triggering caused by a floating state. Common configurations are as follows:

Internal Pull-up Resistor

Internal Pull-up Resistor	Description	Extended Description
GPIO_PULLUP_DISABLE	Disable Pull-up	The internal pull-up resistor is not enabled, the input pin may float when not connected to an external signal.
GPIO_PULLUP_ENABLE	Enable Pull-up	The internal pull-up resistor is enabled, keeping the input pin at a default high level, suitable for input scenarios that require a default high level.

Internal Pull-down Resistor

Internal Pull-down Resistor	Description	Extended Description
GPIO_PULLDOWN_DISABLE	Disable Pull-down	The internal pull-down resistor is not enabled, the input pin may float when not connected to an external signal.
GPIO_PULLDOWN_ENABLE	Enable Pull-down	The internal pull-down resistor is enabled, keeping the input pin at a default low level, suitable for input scenarios that require a default low level.

Proper configuration of GPIO pull-up or pull-down resistors can ensure a stable default level for the input pin when there is no external signal, avoiding false operations caused by signal floating, and improving system stability and reliability.

6. Interrupt Trigger Mode: GPIO pins can be configured to different interrupt trigger modes, used to generate interrupt signals when a specific level or edge changes, thus achieving a quick response to external events. Common interrupt modes are as follows:

Interrupt Trigger Mode

Interrupt Trigger Mode	Description	Extended Description
GPIO_INTR_DISABLE	Disable Interrupt	No interrupt is generated, used to temporarily disable the GPIO interrupt function.
GPIO_INTR_POSEDGE	Trigger on Rising Edge	An interrupt is triggered when the pin level changes from low to high, suitable for detecting signal rising edge events.
GPIO_INTR_NEGEDGE	Trigger on Falling Edge	An interrupt is triggered when the pin level changes from high to low, suitable for detecting signal falling edge events.
GPIO_INTR_ANYEDGE	Trigger on Any Edge	An interrupt is triggered when the pin level changes (rising or falling), suitable for scenarios sensitive to level changes.
GPIO_INTR_LOW_LEVEL	Trigger on Low Level	An interrupt is continuously triggered when the pin remains at a low level, suitable for status maintenance detection.
GPIO_INTR_NEGPIO_INTR_HIGH_LEVELGEDGE	Trigger on High Level	An interrupt is continuously triggered when the pin remains at a high level, suitable for status maintenance detection.
GPIO_INTR_MAX	Enumeration Placeholder Value	Represents the maximum value of the GPIO interrupt type enumeration, generally not used for actual configuration, only as a boundary or verification reference.

Choosing the appropriate GPIO interrupt mode can accurately capture signal changes or status maintenance situations according to the application scenario. Edge triggering is suitable for fast event response, while level triggering is suitable for continuous status monitoring, which helps to improve system response efficiency and reliability.

GPIO Configuration Applications

The same gpio_config_t instance can be used for the configuration of multiple GPIOs in succession, but after each modification of parameters, gpio_config() must be called to apply the configuration, otherwise the new settings will overwrite the previous ones. For further introduction and parameter description of the API, please refer to General GPIO API.

When configuring with multiple pin masks, all configuration items for the selected pins must be consistent, and different interrupt modes, pull-up/down states, or I/O modes cannot be set for different pins in one call.

GPIO Interrupt Service

The GPIO interrupt service is a callback function triggered by hardware when the input pin level meets specific trigger conditions. Its function is to respond quickly to signal changes when an interrupt occurs, pass event information (such as the triggered pin number) to tasks or other processing modules, avoid polling input status in the main program, and improve system response speed and efficiency.

1. Install Interrupt Service:

• Install the GPIO interrupt service, initialize the interrupt management mechanism, and enable the system to respond to GPIO interrupt events.

• Call gpio_install_isr_service() for installation, and pass the configuration flags of the interrupt service as parameters. For further explanation, please refer to General GPIO API.

2. Bind Interrupt Service:

• Bind the GPIO ISR to the corresponding pin, and the ISR will be called when the pin status meets the interrupt trigger conditions.

• Call gpio_isr_handler_add() for binding, and pass the GPIO pin number, ISR, and data to be passed to the ISR as parameters. For further explanation, please refer to General GPIO API.

3. Remove Interrupt Service:

• Unbind the bound GPIO ISR from the specified pin and stop the interrupt response of the pin.

• After removal, the ISR will not be called when the corresponding pin triggers an interrupt, but the interrupt function of the pin itself can still be retained, and the ISR can be rebound at any time to restore the interrupt response.

• Call gpio_isr_handler_remove() for removal, and pass the GPIO pin number as a parameter. For further explanation, please refer to General GPIO API.