esphome / esphome/feature-requests

PCF8574 custom characters

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component: display component: lcd_pcf8574
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Description

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

I'd like to get an implementation of LiquidCrystal's method [createChar](https://www.arduino.cc/en/Reference/LiquidCrystalCreateChar).

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

I think it would be a nice addition to be able to define byte arrays for custom chars in display's definition. Maybe something like this:

```
- platform: lcd_pcf8574
dimensions: 16x2
address: 0x27
custom_characters:
- my_custom_char1:
- my_custom_char2: <...>
```

**Additional context**

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Research direction

Start by reviewing the ESPHome lcd_pcf8574 integration and the linked LiquidCrystal createChar reference. Determine how the proposed custom_characters configuration should represent byte arrays and how those definitions are sent to the display. Done means the integration accepts the configuration and supports custom characters as requested, with coverage for the new behavior.

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Assessment

Tech stack
yaml
Domain
embedded-iot
Issue type
Feature
Difficulty
5/5
Estimated time
Over a week
Activity status
Stale
Clarity
Mostly clear
Newbie friendliness
30/100

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