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Attach Cover Plate and Test — Install Switch Plate and Fixture Trim

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How to Add a Light Inside an Under-Stair Closet · Step 8 of 9

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Once the switch body is securely mounted and leveled, attach the decorative cover plate. This usually involves snapping it into place or securing it with small screws. After the cover plate is installed, return to the circuit breaker box and turn the main power supply back on. Finally, test the newly installed light switch to ensure it functions correctly by flipping it on and off, confirming the light operates as expected.

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