New sensors

[MCLW]

Hi I create a new button to trigger the venting position and a new text_sensor to display the door state

[Handy-Harry]

Great! Thanks

[jkaberg]

@MCLW would it be possible to change the button to an switch instead? eg switch (ventilation) on = ventilation position, off = closed (or previous state)

[MCLW]

Hi @jkaberg,

yes it is possible, but I don't understand the point behind a switch. When the ventilation button is pressed, the door moves to the ventilation position. If it is pressed again, the gate closes. The position can be read out via the text sensor or via the cover position.

Esphome allows you to create custom switches, sensors, etc. Via the templateing. You can use the existing sensors for your idea. See the documentation Template sensor

[jkaberg]

There's more logic involved on the user end if button is used, if an switch is used one knows it will go to ventilation position if turned on (button can be either ventilation position or closed). But sure, template would also work

[BradleyFord]

For me personally I prefer the button, that also reflects the standard design from the manufacturer

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