The keys are connected in a matrix form so that only 8 pins (4 rows + 4 columns) are needed instead of 16. The controller scans the rows and columns to find which key is pressed. This saves I/O pins and makes interfacing simple.
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The keys are connected in a matrix form so that only 8 pins (4 rows + 4 columns) are needed instead of 16. The controller scans the rows and columns to find which key is pressed. This saves I/O pins and makes interfacing simple.