Button
A button is a wireless controller that sends single, double, and long-press events. It triggers scenes and automations without wiring, and it is the simplest way to give people manual control.
A wireless button sends events rather than controlling a load directly. One physical button can drive many actions because Home Assistant distinguishes single press, double press, and long hold, and each can run a different recipe.
How Selora AI uses buttons
- Scene control such as a bedside button that runs a goodnight routine across lights, locks, and climate.
- Manual overrides that let anyone pause or trigger an automation without opening an app.
- Flexible placement because the button is battery powered and sticks anywhere, no electrician required.
Why people still want buttons
Even in a heavily automated home, a physical control people can press builds trust. A button gives occupants a reliable way to take charge when an automation does not match what they want in the moment.
Compatible devices
Climate Sensor W100
Aqara Climate Sensor W100 is a Zigbee temperature and humidity sensor with an LCD display and three programmable buttons, so it reads the room and doubles as a thermostat-style wall controller.
Cube T1 Pro
Aqara Cube T1 Pro is a Zigbee controller that turns six gestures (flip, push, rotate, shake, tap, free fall) into automation triggers, with rotation mapped to smooth dimming and volume control.
Wireless Mini Switch
Aqara Wireless Mini Switch is a battery-powered Zigbee button that distinguishes single, double, and long press, so one button drives up to three separate actions. Sticks anywhere, no wiring.