Abstract: A momentary pushbutton multiposition slide switch is provided which can be readily manufactured in miniature size from substantially fewer components than switches of conventional construction while providing the same electrical functionality. The switch includes a slider assembly that provides three switch positions: a normally open position, a position providing switch closure between first fixed contacts and a switch position providing switch closure between second fixed contacts. The slider assembly includes a slider contact that is carried by an assembly body, the slide contact selectively bridges fixed contacts to be interconnected at each slide position. The slider assembly also includes a pushbutton that incorporates a detent portion. In one embodiment, the detent portion is cooperative with a complenentary detent portion of a resilient contact element.