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What is the eletrical symbol for a three way switch?

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Updated: 9/20/2023

If you have the symbol for a regular switch, a 3-way switch is the same symbol with a '3' next to it like a subscript.

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You need a three way switch to control lights from two locations. The name is misleading. Three way switch refers to the connection points on the switch. You can use a three way switch as a single switch as long as you place hot wire on the brass screw and the use any of the other screws for the return hot.

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