I asked the shelly AI.
apparently it already has support for this!
Can i add a virtual component (text) as a virtual device to a shelly wall display x2 ?
Yes! The Shelly Wall Display X2 supports virtual components, including virtual text components. 📱 Based on the technical documentation, you can create virtual text components through scripts using the Virtual.Add method. Here's what you need to know: Virtual Text Components: - Available for Gen3 devices (which includes the Wall Display X2) - Can store string values and be displayed as virtual devices - Created and managed through scripts using the Virtual namespace - Limit of 10 virtual components per device How to use: - Use Virtual.Add to create a new virtual text component - Use Text.Set to update the text value - Configure it through Text.SetConfig For detailed implementation examples and script help, check our documentation at GitHub script examples or get community assistance at community.shelly.cloud. The Wall Display X2 will show these virtual text components as part of your smart home interface! 🏠✨
but i think its lying.
lol man - i bought this display because i ASSuMEd that this was support, so i can display "other" status's on this device. oh man.