I see the recommendation is that items such as input_number should be added through the Configuration > Helpers page. These are stored somewhere different to adding them into the configuration.yaml so unfortunately cannot be version controlled, nor easily copy / pasted from someone else’s code.
What is the benefit of having these in two places? I can see it easier for someone who doesn’t understand yaml to add it in through the helper, but unsure whether planned future direction has meant that we should or shouldn’t be using the helpers. I am aware that this may be a subjective subject, possibly with no correct answer.
Should we really use Configuration > Helpers to add input_numbers or continue in configuration.yaml?
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And the answer is…?
It seems, that duplicating (copy & paste) is not been supported yet in the helper section. I have also no clue, where they could be stored. Have some configuration switches for the rooms (Cover Auto, Auto Power Off etc.) - a lot of work to create each single one
Edit:
They are stored in the hidden folder .storage
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Keep in mind if you mess up while editing the files here there is a good chance you need to start over from backup or begining.
So it’s not recommended to edit these files.
But as far as I know both methods are still supported so use the method you find best.