--- title: Button Options for Plastic Labels and Overlays description: Options used to create buttons for effective user interaction with plastic labels and overlays, including visual and tactile features. image: https://www.mcloone.com/hubfs/embossed%20buttons%20on%20graphic%20overlay.png --- ** 1-800-624-6641 [![mcloone_logo_nobox.png](https://www.mcloone.com/hs-fs/hubfs/mcloone_logo_nobox.png?width=285&name=mcloone_logo_nobox.png "mcloone_logo_nobox.png")](https://www.mcloone.com) - [Recent Posts](https://www.mcloone.com/blog) - [NAMEPLATES](https://blog.mcloone.com/tag/nameplates#topic#topic) - [ID PLATES](https://blog.mcloone.com/tag/id-plates#topic#topic) - [LABELS & OVERLAYS](https://blog.mcloone.com/tag/labels-and-overlays#topic#topic) # Button Options for Plastic Labels and Overlays ![](https://www.mcloone.com/hubfs/embossed%20buttons%20on%20graphic%20overlay.png) - ** - ** - ** Equipment[ overlays made from plastic material like polycarbonate or polyester](https://www.mcloone.com/overlays-and-labels) are commonly designed to include functional elements like buttons. This post steps through some of the options used to create buttons, including visual and tactile features. ### ![embossed buttons on graphic overlay](https://www.mcloone.com/hs-fs/hubfs/embossed%20buttons%20on%20graphic%20overlay.png?width=300&name=embossed%20buttons%20on%20graphic%20overlay.png)Embossed Buttons on Polycarbonate Overlays Custom tooling pushes the plastic material up from the surface to create the button, providing a tactile indicator for the product user so that it is easy to know where to push in order to activate a function.  Embossing the overlay surface delivers a unique look and feel. In addition to embossing the material, selective texture or gloss can further distinguish the button. ### ![embossed border button on graphic overlay](https://www.mcloone.com/hs-fs/hubfs/embossed_test.png?width=300&name=embossed_test.png) ### Embossed Button Borders Embossed borders create visual and tactile dimension to define the location of a button on plastic overlays and instrumentation panels.  An embossed border provides a different look to the button from standard push buttons. Only the perimeter rather than the entire surface of the button is raised up, drawing attention to the specific area. ### Buttons as Graphic Elements ![graphic buttons on plastic overlay](https://www.mcloone.com/hs-fs/hubfs/graphic%20buttons%20on%20plastic%20overlay.png?width=200&name=graphic%20buttons%20on%20plastic%20overlay.png)There may be times where simply displaying a graphic for the button is enough. When this is the case, no additional tooling should be necessary. The look of an embossed feature can be achieved with [gradient colors](https://www.mcloone.com/gradient-colors-add-interest-to-nameplates-and-labels). Instead of raised areas, the surface remains smooth with only visual dimension. The artwork itself creates the designation for the location of the button.  ### How Can We Help? Differentiating your product in the market is a big deal. We can help identify ways to make the most of your labeling needs so that you minimize costs and achieve effective brand awareness with either a functional or decorative nameplate. Explore other ways to make an impact for your brand with embossed plastic overlays and labels. We are here to help! 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