How is it possible to have TWO different representations of the same block?

[lastofthejediknights]

Hi,
I have a custom layout, where I am using the dial representation of several blocks, including a thermostat.
This all looks nice, however getting a easy / decent small change to the setpoint on an iPad mounted to a wall, isn't easy.
How might I be able to show the "standard" representation, with it's up/down buttons on the same page, ideally just below the "Dial", or is there another method of creating some UP/DOWN buttons to change the value?

Many thanks

[Lokonli]

If you remove "type: 'dial'" from the block definition you will get a normal block. It will look like this:

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That is the only existing alternative representation at the moment.

What I could add relatively easy is an up-down dial for thermostats comparable to the blinds dial:

dialblinds.jpg (14.49 KiB) Viewed 1541 times

Would that work?

[lastofthejediknights]

Hi,

Oh, Yes that would be great, just what I would ideally want.
I understand the "normal" non dial type, and am using it for several items, but the thermostat dial, with effectively up and down buttons, would be great.

Many Thanks
Nigel

[lastofthejediknights]

Hi,

Thankyou for the 3.9 update.
Does this enable a solution as you mention above regarding the Blinds type dial?
If so could you possibly show a config example for a thermostat?

Regards Nigel

[Lokonli]

Hi,

Thankyou for the 3.9 update.
Does this enable a solution as you mention above regarding the Blinds type dial?
If so could you possibly show a config example for a thermostat?

Regards Nigel

No, not yet.

[lastofthejediknights]

Many Thanks