Add instrutions to change Wi-Fi password

Solves #1177
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1. [Call a page directly](#Call-a-page-directly)
1. [Play RTTTL Sound](#play-rtttl-sound)
1. [Start automations via Input_Boolean](#Start-automations-via-input_boolean)
1. [Updating Wi-Fi and OTA passwords in ESPHome with this project](#updating-wi-fi-and-ota-passwords-in-esphome-with-this-project)
## How to create "issues" when I have a problem
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Now add the created Input_Boolean as a trigger in the desired automation under State:![Toggle2](./(DE)-HowTo---Alle-wichtigen-Dinge-die-man-wissen-sollte.assets/Toggle2.PNG)
In the last step, assign the trigger to a button in the Panel Config:![Toggle3](./(DE)-HowTo---Alle-wichtigen-Dinge-die-man-wissen-sollte.assets/Toggle3.PNG)
## Updating Wi-Fi and OTA Passwords in ESPHome with This Project
#### Overview
When you update your Wi-Fi password in a device with firmware from our project, it's important to remember that the `wifi_password` substitution is used for both Wi-Fi and OTA updates (and a few more places that are not relevant now). Failing to update both simultaneously can lead to connection issues.
#### Step-by-Step Guide
1. **Prepare Your Device for Update**
- Ensure your device is connected to your computer and is accessible via your current Wi-Fi network.
2. **Update OTA Password First**
- Open your panel's YAML.
- Add the following in the customization area:
```yaml
esphome:
on_boot:
- priority: 600
then:
- lambda: |-
id(my_ota).set_auth_password("Your new Wi-Fi password");
ota:
password: "Your current Wi-Fi password"
id: my_ota
```
- Flash your device. It will use the current password for this flash and will inform your device to start using the new password for the next OTA.
- When your device starts, **remove the lines above**.
- Find the `wifi_password` key in the `substitutions` area (usually at the beginning of the file) and change it to your new Wi-Fi password.
- Flash your device again with the updated YAML. It will use the current Wi-Fi to connect to your device and the new Wi-Fi password as the OTA password, then will inform your device to connect to the Wi-Fi with the new password.
3. **Update Wi-Fi Password in Your Access Point**
#### Important Notes
- The device will still be using the old Wi-Fi password for this update. If you've already changed your Wi-Fi network password, this step will fail.
- **Troubleshooting: Unable to Connect via Wi-Fi**
- If your device cannot connect to Wi-Fi due to a password change, you will need to flash the device via a serial connection.
- Connect your device to your computer using a USB-to-Serial adapter.
- Use the ESPHome flasher tool to upload the new configuration.
- In this case, don't worry about the OTA password, as it's not required when flashing via serial.
#### Verify the Update
- Once the new configuration is uploaded, your device should automatically connect to your Wi-Fi network with the new password.
- Verify that OTA updates are working with the new password.
#### Additional Tips
- **Backup Your Configuration:** Always keep a backup of your ESPHome configuration files.
- **Network Accessibility:** Ensure your device remains within your Wi-Fi network's range during the update process.
- **Serial Flashing:** Familiarize yourself with the process of flashing via serial, as it's a reliable fallback method.
#### Conclusion
By carefully updating both your Wi-Fi and OTA passwords in your ESPHome configuration, you can avoid connection issues. Remember to always back up your configuration and be prepared to use a serial connection if Wi-Fi connectivity is lost.