# Message Board Switch Plates The Switch Port Cover is Dry Erase for Leaving Quick Messages By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2013-06-21 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-switch-port References: [holycool.net](http://www.holycool.net/the-switch-port-dry-erase-switch-plate-cover/) & [kickstarter](http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/308424268/the-switch-port-a-light-switch-cover-you-can-write) For anyone who's needed to quickly jot down a memo for a family member, the Switch Port can help to effectively do away with [small scraps of paper and Post-Its](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/m-note) altogether. Featuring an oversized surface that replaces traditional switch covers, the Switch Port has a [dry erase surface](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/thinkpost) for writing down reminders or messages in a snap. With a spot on the side to hold a marker, the Switch Port is the perfect family companion to let everyone know what's going on. Install one in each bedroom and another in the kitchen to easily create an [instant message board](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/postpad) for each member of the family and a communal one for all. Head on over to the [Switch Port Kickstarter](http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/308424268/the-switch-port-a-light-switch-cover-you-can-write)page to learn more. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.7/10 - Popularity: 10% | Activity: 2% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [DIY](https://www.trendhunter.com/diy) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Digital Message Boards:** Creating switch plates with digital displays to leave quick messages and reminders. - **Smart Home Integration:** Integrating switch plates with smart home systems to display personalized messages and notifications. - **Customizable Home Decor:** Offering switch plates with customizable surfaces, allowing homeowners to write messages or draw designs. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Home Improvement:** Opportunity for home improvement companies to create innovative switch plate solutions with digital displays and smart home integration. - **Home Decor:** Opportunity for home decor companies to offer customizable switch plates as a unique and personalized decor option. - **Technology:** Opportunity for technology companies to develop switch plates with digital screens and smart home compatibility. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Socket-Concealing Light Switches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/l1-switch-system.md) - [Retrofitted Smart Home Switches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/switchbot-bot.md) - [Advanced Smart Home Interfaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-home-interfaces.md) - [Personal Portable Whiteboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/portable-whiteboard-1.md) - [Magnetic Whiteboard Notebooks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/whiteboard-notebook.md) - [Multifunctional One-Piece Stationary](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mover-erase-unisize.md) - [All-in-One Smart Home Panels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-scene-wall-switch.md) - [Hidden WFH Whiteboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sable-flow-secret-whiteboard.md) - [Child-Proof Outlet Guards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/outletguard.md)