3PDT - should its function be on/on or on/mom?

All frequent questions on switching: true or not true bypass, transistor-based or mechanical.
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What is the difference between the two?

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Most pedals call for an on/off switch. The difference is that a momentary switch only switches on as long as you hold it down, and when you release it it switches off again. The on/off switch is latched which means it switches on when you press it and switches off when you press it again.

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Thank you sir.

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