Gated flip-flops are integral elements of digital electronics, specifically in the realm of sequential logic circuits. These devices function as binary data storage units, storing and controlling binary information (0 or 1) based on the input signals they receive.
A gated flip-flop is often perceived as a latch with a control signal, also known as a clock signal. This clock signal plays a crucial role in managing the transfer of data into the flip-flop. Notably, the flip-flop only responds to the inputs when the control signal is activated.