> Yeah, same here. I just don't see the need for a "mechanical indicator" like the OP seems to be asking for, because you can tell by the state of the room.
It is an aesthetic concern. If you have two light switches next to each other, they can get out if sync by being in different positions but representing the same state (light on or off).
> If you have two light switches next to each other, they can get out if sync by being in different positions but representing the same state (light on or off).
They can't be in different physical positions. They're momentary switches. When you press it up then release, it goes back to centered. The only indication of state on the switch is the (configurable/optional) little LED at the bottom of the switch. I have mine set so it's white if the switch is off (helps you find it in the dark), and off when the switch is on.
So if you have any 3-way switches in your house (I do!), it's actually an improvement as far as your concerns.
I think people are asking why he needs a mechanical indicator because there are a bunch of switches available now that don't have one but also don't really look out of place.
It is an aesthetic concern. If you have two light switches next to each other, they can get out if sync by being in different positions but representing the same state (light on or off).
That would be very ugly.