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Black RF Button
This small button is very compact and reliable. It reminds me of Amazon Dash buttons which are known to reorder household products when supplies are low. This one emits a single RF code when pressed.
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Remote Control
Another way is to use the remote from those RF controlled plugs.
Each button emits a single RF code remapped to automations using my gateway component for Home Assistant linked below.
Conclusion
Check out my other hardware recommendations for wall switch panels and motion sensors. If you want to learn how to use these devices, be sure to have a read in this article.