Hi everyone, I’m currently exploring how to manually override my Node-RED automation flows using a toggle switch. I have a setup where my covers open and close based on the sun’s position and other parameters, but sometimes I need to adjust their positions manually, like when cleaning windows.
I thought creating a binary sensor linked to a toggle switch on the dashboard could work. The idea is for Node-RED to check the sensor’s state before executing any actions. If the sensor is ‘true,’ the automation would pause, allowing manual control.
However, I’m unsure how to configure the binary sensor to update its state manually from the dashboard. Is there a simpler way to achieve this, perhaps using a timer instead of a binary state?
I’d love to hear your suggestions or alternative approaches. Maybe someone has a different method that’s more efficient or user-friendly. Let’s brainstorm together! 