Okay, I know where the misunderstanding came from and it’s definitely on how I worded my post (specifically the edit).
I want emag to retain all of its non-door functionality, and even think it’s fine as-is with no changes at all. I do not and will never want it split into two items. If anything, I would like it replaced with a hacking skill innate to all syndicate antagonists tbh.
I can understand the desire to require the emag access to door wires before being usable on doors, or even opening the panel on other machines too, and I don’t think that’s an especially bad nerf.
If the emag is changed to require access to wires, I would like specifically its door functionality changed to do nothing but wipe access requirements, instead of bolting open/closed or otherwise. That way it can function more stealthily if you’re not caught in the act as you’re using it.