How do I install a light switch?

How do I install a light switch?

To install a light switch, you'll need a few tools: a screwdriver, wire strippers, and a voltage tester. Do you have these?

Yes, I have them. What's the first step?

First, turn off the power to the circuit at the breaker box to ensure safety. Then, remove the old switch if there is one.

Got it! What do I do with the wires?

You'll typically have a black (hot) wire, a white (neutral) wire, and a green or bare (ground) wire. Connect the black wire to the switch, the white wire to the neutral terminal, and the ground wire to the green screw.

And how do I finish up?

Once the wires are connected, carefully tuck them back into the box, secure the switch with screws, and attach the cover plate. Finally, turn the power back on and test the switch!