Data pointer register

Explain the Data pointer register?

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The data pointer register or DPTR consists of high byte (DPH) and a low byte (DPL) functions to hold the 16 bit address. It can be manipulated as 16-bit data register or as independent 8-bit registers. It serves as the base register in the indirect jumps, look up the table instructions and the external data transfer.

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