Steps to create a VI to read multiple channels

This is the first time I've used LabView. I want to create a VI to be able to read viltages from multiple channels and output the value of each channel to individual numeric indicators in the VI. I know how to read a single channel and I've created a task in DAQmax with multiple channels but how would I put that into a VI that will do what I need.
Thanks,
Albert

Assuming you are using the DAQ Assistant and getting one sample per scan, then you just use the Split Signal and wire the outputs to your indicators.
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