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Analog Output of ESP32 Values for Soil Moisture Measurements

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Description

Describe the problem you have/What new integration you would like

I would like see the analog value of a ESP32 touch pin (much like an adc sensor).

Please describe your use case for this integration and alternatives you've tried:

I would love to measure soil moisture in my plants soil.

Additional context

I would like to build something like a Xiaomi Flora.

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Research direction

No source files, tests, or entry points are named. Start by clarifying how ESP32 touch-pin readings should be exposed compared with an ADC sensor and how the soil-moisture use case should consume them. Done means the integration scope and expected behavior are agreed and documented.

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Domain
embedded-iot
Issue type
Feature
Difficulty
5/5
Estimated time
Over a week
Activity status
Stale
Clarity
Mostly clear
Newbie friendliness
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