Toggle switch for an electronic device and method of using the same

Abstract

This invention discloses a toggle switch for an electronic device and its usage method, belonging to the field of electronic device technology. The electronic device includes a housing and a cover. The side wall of the housing has an opening and a limiting stop. The toggle switch includes a first elastic element, a second elastic element, a toggle element, and a locking block connected to the toggle element. The toggle element passes through the opening. The locking block, at one end away from the toggle element, is elastically connected to the housing along a first direction via the first elastic element. The locking block is also elastically connected to the housing along a second direction via the second elastic element. The limiting stop restricts the movement of the locking block along the second direction, and the locking block can lock with the cover. When both the first and second elastic elements are in the first state, the locking block and the limiting stop are in a non-limited state, and the locking block and cover are unlocked. This solves the problems of inconvenient operation and accidental unlocking of the battery cover due to misoperation, thereby improving the user experience.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of electronic equipment technology, and in particular to a toggle switch for an electronic device and its method of use. Background Technology

[0002] Currently, watch battery covers on the market are installed in two ways: one is by screws, requiring a screwdriver to unscrew them before battery replacement, which is inconvenient; the other is by a toggle switch, where the housing has a sliding groove, allowing the battery cover to be unlocked by sliding the switch along the groove, without the need for special tools, making it convenient. However, in cases of accidental operation such as scratches or bumps, the toggle switch can easily slide, causing the battery cover to be accidentally unlocked, resulting in poor reliability and affecting the user experience. Summary of the Invention

[0003] The purpose of this invention is to provide a toggle switch for an electronic device and its usage method, which solves the problems of inconvenient operation and accidental unlocking of the battery cover due to misoperation, thereby improving the user experience.

[0004] To achieve this objective, the present invention adopts the following technical solution:

[0005] On one hand, a toggle switch for an electronic device is provided. The electronic device includes a housing and a cover. The side wall of the housing is provided with an opening and a limiting stop. The toggle switch includes a first elastic element, a second elastic element, a toggle element, and a locking block connected to the toggle element. The toggle element passes through the opening. The locking block is elastically connected to the housing along a first direction via the first elastic element at one end away from the toggle element. The locking block is elastically connected to the housing along a second direction via the second elastic element. The limiting stop can restrict the movement of the locking block along the second direction. The locking block can lock with the cover.

[0006] When the actuating member is driven so that both the first elastic member and the second elastic member are in the first state, the locking block and the limiting stop are in the non-limited state, and the locking block and the cover plate are unlocked.

[0007] In some possible implementations, the housing contains:

[0008] An isolation plate is provided parallel to and spaced apart from the side wall of the housing. The isolation plate divides the housing into a first receiving cavity and a second receiving cavity. The locking block, the first elastic member, and the second elastic member are all located in the first receiving cavity, and the first elastic member abuts against the isolation plate.

[0009] An upright plate is disposed between the side wall of the housing and the partition plate, and the second elastic member abuts against the upright plate.

[0010] In some possible implementations, the first elastic element includes a mounting plate and a spring attached to the mounting plate, the mounting plate abutting against the isolation plate and the spring abutting against the locking block.

[0011] In some possible implementations, the partition plate is provided with a first limiting groove, and the first elastic element is limited within the first limiting groove; and / or

[0012] The housing is provided with a limiting block, and the mounting piece is provided with a second limiting groove, which is limited by the limiting block.

[0013] In some possible implementations, the sidewall of the housing is provided with a groove communicating with the opening, the groove opening facing the outside of the housing, the actuating member includes a sliding part, a middle part and a connecting part connected in sequence, the connecting part is connected to the locking block, the middle part passes through the opening, the sliding part and the middle part are stepped, the cross-sectional area of ​​the sliding part is larger than the cross-sectional area of ​​the middle part, when the first elastic member is in the first state, the sliding part abuts against the bottom of the groove, and the sliding part is slidably connected to the groove.

[0014] In some possible implementations, the toggle switch further includes a retaining ring, the middle portion and the connecting portion are stepped, the cross-sectional area of ​​the middle portion is larger than the cross-sectional area of ​​the connecting portion, the connecting portion has a retaining groove, the retaining ring is engaged in the retaining groove, the connecting portion passes through the locking block, and the locking block is limited between the retaining ring and the middle portion.

[0015] In some possible implementations, the limiting stop is a limiting protrusion, and when the first elastic member is in the second state, the locking block is limited to one side of the limiting protrusion along the second direction.

[0016] In some possible implementations, the housing is provided with a slide, and the locking block is slidably connected to the slide along the first direction and the second direction.

[0017] In some possible implementations, the cover plate is provided with a snap fastener, the locking block includes a base plate and a snap fastener disposed on the base plate, the snap fastener is capable of locking with the snap fastener, the base plate is slidably connected to the slide table, the base plate is capable of being limited to the limiting stop, and the base plate abuts against the first elastic member and the second elastic member respectively.

[0018] On the other hand, a method of using a toggle switch in an electronic device as described above is provided, comprising:

[0019] The actuating member is driven along the first direction and moves the locking block, causing the first elastic member to deform and be in the first state, while the locking block and the limiting stop are in the non-limiting state.

[0020] The actuating member is driven along the second direction, causing the locking block to move, which deforms the second elastic member and puts it in the first state, thus unlocking the locking block and the cover plate.

[0021] The beneficial effects of this invention are:

[0022] This invention provides a toggle switch for an electronic device and its usage method. When the toggle element is driven, and both the first and second elastic elements are in a first state, the locking block and the limit stop are in a non-limited state, unlocking the locking block and the cover, thus allowing the cover to be removed from the housing. No special tools are needed to open the cover, making operation convenient and reliable. When the first elastic element is in a second state, the locking block and the limit stop are in a limited state, and the second elastic element is in a second state, locking the locking block and the cover. Unlocking is only achieved when both the first and second elastic elements are changed to the first state, preventing accidental opening of the cover due to misoperation, improving connection reliability, ensuring compliance with safety regulations, and thus improving the user experience. Attached Figure Description

[0023] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of an electronic device provided in a specific embodiment of the present invention;

[0024] Figure 2 This is an exploded view of an electronic device provided in a specific embodiment of the present invention;

[0025] Figure 3 This is an exploded view of the toggle switch and part of the housing provided in a specific embodiment of the present invention;

[0026] Figure 4 This is a front view of the housing provided in a specific embodiment of the present invention;

[0027] Figure 5 This is a flowchart illustrating the method of using a toggle switch in an electronic device according to a specific embodiment of the present invention.

[0028] In the picture:

[0029] 1. Housing; 11. Opening; 12. Limiting stop; 13. Isolation plate; 131. First limiting groove; 14. Vertical plate; 15. Slide groove; 16. Slide table; 17. Limiting block;

[0030] 2. Cover plate; 21. Buckle;

[0031] 3. Turn on the switch;

[0032] 31. First elastic element; 311. Mounting piece; 3111. Second limiting groove; 312. Spring piece;

[0033] 32. Second elastic element;

[0034] 33. Actuating element; 331. Sliding part; 332. Middle part; 333. Connecting part; 3331. Slot;

[0035] 34. Locking block; 341. Base plate; 342. Locking buckle; 343. Limiting part;

[0036] 35. Snap ring;

[0037] 4. Baffle; 41. Through hole; 42. Mounting platform;

[0038] 5. Battery. Detailed Implementation

[0039] To make the technical problems solved by the present invention, the technical solutions adopted, and the technical effects achieved clearer, the technical solutions of the embodiments of the present invention will be further described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present invention, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present invention, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of the present invention.

[0040] In the description of this invention, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "connected," "linked," and "fixed" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral part; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; they can refer to the internal communication of two components or the interaction between two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this invention based on the specific circumstances.

[0041] In this invention, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, "above" or "below" the second feature can include direct contact between the first and second features, or contact between the first and second features through another feature between them. Furthermore, "above," "over," and "on top" of the second feature includes the first feature directly above or diagonally above the second feature, or simply indicates that the first feature is at a higher horizontal level than the second feature. "Below," "below," and "under" the second feature includes the first feature directly below or diagonally below the second feature, or simply indicates that the first feature is at a lower horizontal level than the second feature.

[0042] This embodiment provides a toggle switch for an electronic device, such as... Figures 1-3As shown, the electronic device includes a housing 1 and a cover plate 2. The side wall of the housing 1 is provided with an opening 11 and a limiting stop 12. The toggle switch 3 includes a first elastic element 31, a second elastic element 32, a toggle element 33, and a locking block 34 connected to the toggle element 33. The toggle element 33 passes through the opening 11. The locking block 34 is elastically connected to the housing 1 along a first direction via the first elastic element 31 at one end away from the toggle element 33. The locking block 34 is elastically connected to the housing 1 along a second direction via the second elastic element 32. The first direction and the second direction are set at an angle. The toggle element 33 moves relative to the housing 1 along the first direction and the second direction. The limiting stop 12 can restrict the movement of the locking block 34 along the second direction. The locking block 34 can lock with the cover plate 2.

[0043] The first elastic element 31 has a first state and a second state, and the second elastic element 32 has a first state and a second state. When the first elastic element 31 is in the second state, the locking block 34 and the limiting stop 12 are in the limiting state. When the second elastic element 32 is in the second state, the locking block 34 and the cover plate 2 are locked.

[0044] When the actuating element 33 is driven so that both the first elastic element 31 and the second elastic element 32 are in the first state, the locking block 34 and the limit stop 12 are in the non-limited state, and the locking block 34 and the cover plate 2 are unlocked. For example, in the initial state, the first elastic element 31 and the second elastic element 32 are reset, that is, both are in the second state, then the locking block 34 and the cover plate 2 are locked, thereby connecting the cover plate 2 and the housing 1. By applying a driving force to the actuating element 33, the states of the first elastic element 31 and the second elastic element 32 are changed, that is, both are in the first state, then the cover plate 2 and the locking block 34 can be unlocked, thereby allowing the cover plate 2 to be removed from the housing 1. The cover plate 2 can be opened without the need for special tools, making the operation convenient and reliable. A space for accommodating the battery 5 and electronic components is formed between the housing 1 and the cover plate 2. Opening the cover plate 2 allows for the replacement of the battery 5 or maintenance, thus facilitating subsequent use.

[0045] Since the first elastic element 31 abuts against the end of the locking block 34 away from the actuating element 33, and the first direction is the inward and outward direction of the housing 1, when driving the actuating element 33, it is necessary to first press the actuating element 33 to deform the first elastic element 31 to the first state. Only by keeping the actuating element 33 pressed can the actuating element 33 be moved along the second direction to deform the second elastic element 32 to the first state, thereby achieving unlocking.

[0046] Furthermore, when the first elastic element 31 is in the second state, the locking block 34 and the limiting stop 12 are in a limited state, the second elastic element 32 is in the second state, and the locking block 34 and the cover plate 2 are locked. The limiting stop 12 is used to limit the locking block 34. When the actuating element 33 is only moved along the second direction, the limiting stop 12 prevents the actuating element 33 from moving the locking block 34; that is, the first elastic element 31 and the second elastic element 32 remain in the second state. When the actuating element 33 is pressed along the first direction to deform the first elastic element 31, but the first elastic element 31 is not deformed to the first state, and the actuating element 33 is moved along the second direction, the limiting stop 12 still prevents the actuating element 33 from moving the locking block 34. When the actuating element 33 is only pressed along the first direction to deform the first elastic element 31, but the actuating element 33 is not driven along the second direction, the second elastic element 32 is in the first state, therefore the locking block 34 and the cover plate 2 remain locked. When the actuating member 33 is pressed along the first direction to deform the first elastic member 31 to the first state, and the actuating member 33 is moved along the second direction, but the second elastic member 32 is not deformed to the first state, the locking block 34 and the cover plate 2 are still in the locked state.

[0047] Therefore, unlocking is only achieved when both the first elastic element 31 and the second elastic element 32 are changed to the first state, preventing the cover 2 from being accidentally opened due to misoperation and improving connection reliability. In one embodiment, the electronic device includes a button battery with a diameter of less than 30mm, requiring two actions to open the cover 2, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and thus improving the user experience.

[0048] Portable electronic products can be mobile phones, tablets, or smartwatches, etc., without limitation.

[0049] In one embodiment, such as Figure 3 As shown, the housing 1 has an internal partition plate 13, which is parallel to and spaced apart from the side wall of the housing 1. The partition plate 13 divides the housing 1 into a first receiving cavity and a second receiving cavity. The locking block 34, the first elastic element 31, and the second elastic element 32 are all located in the first receiving cavity. The first elastic element 31 abuts against the partition plate 13 to ensure stable installation. The second receiving cavity is used to install the battery 5 and electronic components to prevent mutual influence or interference between structures. Furthermore, the housing 1 also includes a vertical plate 14, which is located between the side wall of the housing 1 and the partition plate 13. The second elastic element 32 abuts against the vertical plate 14 to ensure stable installation. Furthermore, the partition plate 13 includes a middle section and two end sections. The two end sections can be connected to the side wall of the housing 1, or the middle section can be directly connected to the bottom wall of the housing 1, depending on the requirements, ensuring that the middle section of the partition plate 13 is parallel to the side wall of the housing 1.

[0050] In one embodiment, such as Figure 3As shown, the first elastic element 31 includes a mounting plate 311 and a spring piece 312 connected to the mounting plate 311. The mounting plate 311 abuts against the partition plate 13, and the spring piece 312 abuts against the locking block 34. The first elastic element 31 has a relatively thin and light structure, thus making the installation compact. In other embodiments, the first elastic element 31 may also be a spring or the like, without limitation. Optionally, the second elastic element 32 may be a spring or the spring piece 312, etc., as long as it can undergo elastic deformation along the second direction, without limitation.

[0051] In one embodiment, such as Figure 3 and Figure 4 As shown, the isolation plate 13 is provided with a first limiting groove 131, and the first elastic member 31 is limited in the first limiting groove 131 to achieve the limiting between the first elastic member 31 and the isolation plate 13. Further, the spring piece 312 is provided in the middle position of the mounting piece 311 to limit the mounting piece 311 and the first limiting groove 131. Specifically, multiple spaced spring pieces 312 can be provided.

[0052] In one embodiment, such as Figure 3 and Figure 4 As shown, the housing 1 is provided with a limiting block 17, and the mounting piece 311 is provided with a second limiting groove 3111. The second limiting groove 3111 is limited by the limiting block 17, thereby achieving the limitation between the first elastic member 31 and the isolation plate 13. Specifically, multiple spaced limiting blocks 17 and multiple spaced second limiting grooves 3111 can be provided, with multiple limiting blocks 17 and multiple second limiting grooves 3111 correspondingly arranged. Further, the second limiting groove 3111 and the elastic piece 312 are provided at both ends of the mounting piece 311, with the limiting groove facing the bottom of the housing 1.

[0053] In one embodiment, the first limiting groove 131 and the second limiting groove 3111 are provided simultaneously, which improves the limiting reliability.

[0054] In one embodiment, such as Figure 1 and Figure 3 As shown, the side wall of the housing 1 has a groove 15 communicating with the opening 11. The opening of the groove 15 faces the outside of the housing 1. The actuating member 33 includes a sliding part 331, a middle part 332, and a connecting part 333 connected in sequence. The connecting part 333 connects to the locking block 34. The middle part 332 passes through the opening 11. The sliding part 331 and the middle part 332 are stepped. The cross-sectional area of ​​the sliding part 331 is larger than that of the middle part 332. When the first elastic member 31 is in the first state, the sliding part 331 abuts against the bottom of the groove 15 and is slidably connected to the groove 15. The groove 15 provides a first directional limit for the actuating member 33. When the sliding part 331 abuts against the bottom of the groove 15, it can be known that the first elastic member 31 is in the first state, ensuring reliability. Furthermore, the sliding part 331 can slide along the groove wall of the groove 15 in a second direction, improving the accuracy of movement in the second direction and ensuring unlocking reliability.

[0055] In one embodiment, such as Figure 3 As shown, the toggle switch 3 also includes a retaining ring 35. The middle portion 332 and the connecting portion 333 are stepped. The cross-sectional area of ​​the middle portion 332 is larger than that of the connecting portion 333. The connecting portion 333 has a retaining groove 3331, and the retaining ring 35 is engaged in the retaining groove 3331. The connecting portion 333 passes through the locking block 34, which is located between the retaining ring 35 and the middle portion 332, facilitating the assembly and disassembly of the locking block 34 and the toggle member 33. Furthermore, the locking block 34 can abut against the middle portion 332, improving the connection accuracy between the locking block 34 and the toggle member 33 along the first direction. Further, the positioning surface of the middle portion 332 facing the locking block 34 has certain machining accuracy requirements to ensure positioning accuracy. Furthermore, the stepped shape of the middle portion 332 reduces the contact area with the locking block 34, lowering the machining requirements. In other embodiments, the locking block 34 and the toggle member 33 can also be an integral structure, welded, riveted, or connected by screws, etc., without limitation.

[0056] In one embodiment, the locking block 34 is provided with a receiving groove, the connecting part 333 extends into the receiving groove, and the retaining ring 35 is provided in the receiving groove, thereby reducing the space occupied by the actuating member 33 and the locking block 34 along the first direction and making the structure compact.

[0057] In one embodiment, such as Figure 3 and Figure 4 As shown, the limiting stop 12 is a limiting protrusion. When the first elastic member 31 is in the second state, the locking block 34 is limited to one side of the limiting protrusion along the second direction. When the actuating member 33 is pushed along the first direction to move the locking block 34, the first elastic member 31 switches to the first state, causing the locking block 34 to disengage from the limiting protrusion, thereby achieving a non-limited state. Further, the limiting protrusion is provided with a guide surface for guiding the connection between the limiting protrusion and the locking block 34. In other embodiments, the limiting stop 12 can also be a limiting recess, and the locking block 34 is provided with a limiting protrusion that can be limited within the limiting recess, thus achieving a limited state. When the actuating member 33 is pushed along the first direction to move the locking block 34, the first elastic member 31 switches to the first state, causing the limiting protrusion to disengage from the limiting recess, thereby achieving a non-limited state.

[0058] In one embodiment, such as Figure 3 and Figure 4As shown, the housing 1 is provided with a slide 16, and the locking block 34 can be slidably connected to the slide 16 along a first direction and a second direction. When the actuating member 33 is driven in the first and second directions, the locking block 34 is always supported on the slide 16, ensuring that the position of the locking block 34 is stable and that it is always slidably connected to the slide 16, thereby improving the unlocking accuracy. Furthermore, the surface of the slide 16 is smooth to ensure smooth sliding. In other embodiments, sliding structures such as slide rails and sliders can also be provided to ensure smooth sliding, and there is no limitation. Furthermore, multiple spaced slides 16 can be provided to ensure that the locking member is slidably connected to at least a portion of the slides 16.

[0059] In one embodiment, such as Figure 2 and Figure 3 As shown, the cover plate 2 is provided with a buckle 21, and the locking block 34 includes a base plate 341 and a buckle 342 disposed on the base plate 341. The buckle 342 can lock with the buckle 21. The base plate 341 is slidably connected to the slide table 16 and can be limited to the limiting stop 12. The base plate 341 abuts against the first elastic member 31 and the second elastic member 32 respectively to prevent structural interference. Further, multiple buckles 21 and multiple buckles 342 are provided, and the multiple buckles 342 and multiple buckles 21 are locked accordingly. Further, the multiple buckles 342 are arranged along the second direction, and the multiple buckles 21 are arranged along the second direction, reducing the space occupied in the first direction and making the structure compact. Specifically, the buckle 21 is provided with a groove, and the buckle 342 is provided with a pointed tip. The buckle 342 is inserted into the groove to lock, and the buckle 342 is separated from the groove to unlock. Both the buckle 21 and the buckle 342 are provided with guide surfaces to facilitate locking and unlocking.

[0060] Furthermore, such as Figure 3 As shown, a limiting portion 343 is provided at one end of the substrate 341, which is used to limit the second elastic member 32. For example, the second elastic member 32 is a spring, with both ends abutting against the upright plate 14 and the substrate 341. The limiting portion 343 can be a limiting shaft, with the spring sleeved on the limiting shaft to achieve circumferential limiting, or the limiting portion 343 can be a limiting sleeve, with the spring passing through the sleeve to achieve circumferential limiting.

[0061] In one embodiment, such as Figure 2As shown, the electronic device also includes a baffle 4, which is located between the housing 1 and the cover 2. The baffle 4 is supported on the isolation plate 13. A toggle switch 3 is located between the baffle 4 and the bottom of the housing 1, which can restrict the movement of the toggle switch 3, prevent deformation, and improve structural reliability. Further, the baffle 4 has a through hole 41, through which a buckle 21 passes to engage with a latch 342. Further, when there are multiple buckles 21, there are correspondingly multiple through holes 41, with each buckle 21 able to pass through one of the through holes 41. The through holes 41 correspond to the latches 342, and the buckles 21 can engage with the latches 342 by passing through the through holes 41. The through holes 41 serve as an identifier, facilitating the installation of the cover 2. Further, sealing rings are provided between the baffle 4 and the isolation plate 13 and the cover 2 respectively, achieving a sealing effect. Further, the baffle 4 has a mounting platform 42 located inside the housing 1, and the bottom of the housing 1 and the mounting platform 42 are connected by screws.

[0062] This embodiment also provides a method for using a toggle switch in an electronic device, such as... Figure 5 As shown, it includes the following steps:

[0063] S100, drive the actuating member 33 along the first direction and drive the locking block 34 to move. Under the action of the external force in the first direction, the first elastic member 31 is deformed until the first elastic member 31 is in the first state, so that the locking block 34 and the limit stop 12 are in the non-limited state.

[0064] S200, drive the actuating member 33 along the second direction and move the locking block 34. Under the action of the external force in the second direction, the second elastic member 32 is deformed until the second elastic member 32 is in the first state, and the locking block 34 and the cover plate 2 are unlocked.

[0065] First, pressing the actuating element 33 moves the locking block 34, deforming the first elastic element 31 to its first state. Maintaining the pressed state, the actuating element 33 is then moved along the second direction, moving the locking block 34 and deforming the second elastic element 32 to its first state, thus unlocking the device. Unlocking is achieved simply by driving the actuating element 33, making the operation simple and convenient. Unlocking is achieved by driving the actuating element 33 sequentially along both the first and second directions. Unlocking will not be achieved if only one direction of force is applied, or if the force is insufficient to deform both the first and second elastic elements 31 to their first states. This design prevents accidental opening of the cover 2 due to misoperation, improving connection reliability. The requirement of two actions to open the cover 2 ensures compliance with safety regulations.

[0066] Furthermore, the method of using the toggle switch of the electronic device, after step S200, further includes:

[0067] S300, remove cover 2 to enable the repair and replacement of battery 5 or other electronic components of electronic devices.

[0068] For example, the first direction and the second direction are perpendicular to each other. For example, the first direction is the inside and outside direction of the housing 1, and the second direction is the left and right direction. During operation, the toggle member 33 can be pressed into the housing 1 first, and then the toggle member 33 can be moved to the left to unlock the housing. After that, the cover plate 2 can be removed.

[0069] Obviously, the above embodiments of the present invention are merely examples for clearly illustrating the present invention, and are not intended to limit the implementation of the present invention. Those skilled in the art can make other variations or modifications based on the above description. It is neither necessary nor possible to exhaustively describe all embodiments here. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, and improvements made within the spirit and principles of the present invention should be included within the scope of protection of the claims of the present invention.

Claims

1. A toggle switch for an electronic device, characterized in that, The electronic device includes a housing (1) and a cover plate (2). The side wall of the housing (1) is provided with an opening (11) and a limiting stop (12). The toggle switch (3) includes a first elastic element (31), a second elastic element (32), a toggle element (33), and a locking block (34) connected to the toggle element (33). The toggle element (33) passes through the opening (11). The locking block (34) is elastically connected to the housing (1) along a first direction through the first elastic element (31) at one end away from the toggle element (33). The locking block (34) is elastically connected to the housing (1) along a second direction through the second elastic element (32). The limiting stop (12) can restrict the movement of the locking block (34) along the second direction. The locking block (34) can lock with the cover plate (2). When the actuating member (33) is driven so that the first elastic member (31) and the second elastic member (32) are both in the first state, the locking block (34) and the limiting stop (12) are in the non-limited state, and the locking block (34) and the cover plate (2) are unlocked. The partition plate (13) is arranged parallel to and spaced apart from the side wall of the housing (1). The partition plate (13) divides the housing (1) into a first receiving cavity and a second receiving cavity. The locking block (34), the first elastic element (31) and the second elastic element (32) are all located in the first receiving cavity. The first elastic element (31) abuts against the partition plate (13). A vertical plate (14) is disposed between the side wall of the housing (1) and the partition plate (13), and the second elastic member (32) abuts against the vertical plate (14). The first elastic member (31) includes a mounting piece (311) and a spring piece (312) connected to the mounting piece (311). The mounting piece (311) abuts against the isolation plate (13), and the spring piece (312) abuts against the locking block (34). The side wall of the housing (1) is provided with a groove (15) communicating with the opening (11). The groove (15) faces the outside of the housing (1). The actuating member (33) includes a sliding part (331), a middle part (332) and a connecting part (333) connected in sequence. The connecting part (333) is connected to the locking block (34). The middle part (332) penetrates the opening (11). The sliding part (331) and the middle part (332) are stepped. The cross-sectional area of ​​the sliding part (331) is larger than the cross-sectional area of ​​the middle part (332). When the first elastic member (31) is in the first state, the sliding part (331) abuts against the bottom of the groove (15) and the sliding part (331) is slidably connected to the groove (15).

2. The toggle switch of the electronic device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The isolation plate (13) is provided with a first limiting groove (131), and the first elastic member (31) is limited to the first limiting groove (131); and / or The housing (1) is provided with a limiting block (17), and the mounting plate (311) is provided with a second limiting groove (3111), which is limited to the limiting block (17).

3. The toggle switch of the electronic device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The toggle switch (3) also includes a retaining ring (35). The middle part (332) and the connecting part (333) are stepped. The cross-sectional area of ​​the middle part (332) is larger than that of the connecting part (333). The connecting part (333) has a retaining groove (3331). The retaining ring (35) is engaged in the retaining groove (3331). The connecting part (333) passes through the locking block (34). The locking block (34) is located between the retaining ring (35) and the middle part (332).

4. The toggle switch of the electronic device according to any one of claims 1-3, characterized in that, The limiting stop (12) is a limiting protrusion. When the first elastic member (31) is in the second state, the locking block (34) is limited to one side of the limiting protrusion along the second direction.

5. The toggle switch of the electronic device according to any one of claims 1-3, characterized in that, The housing (1) is provided with a slide (16), and the locking block (34) is slidably connected to the slide (16) along the first direction and the second direction.

6. The toggle switch of the electronic device according to claim 5, characterized in that, The cover plate (2) is provided with a buckle (21), and the locking block (34) includes a base plate (341) and a buckle (342) provided on the base plate (341). The buckle (342) can lock with the buckle (21). The base plate (341) is slidably connected to the slide table (16). The base plate (341) can be limited to the limiting stop (12). The base plate (341) abuts against the first elastic member (31) and the second elastic member (32) respectively.

7. A method of using a toggle switch of an electronic device as described in any one of claims 1-6, characterized in that, include: Drive the actuating member (33) along the first direction and move the locking block (34) so ​​that the first elastic member (31) is deformed and in the first state, while the locking block (34) and the limiting stop (12) are in the non-limiting state. Drive the actuating member (33) along the second direction and move the locking block (34) to cause the second elastic member (32) to deform and be in the first state, and the locking block (34) and the cover plate (2) are unlocked.

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