What does the cryptic crossword clue "Switch on this about right, briefly (2,5)" mean?

The definition is "briefly". The wordplay uses anagram, charade. anagram of ONTHIS ("on this") + R (abbreviation of "right,") [anagram: "Switch"] = INSHORT; definition: "briefly" The answer is In short.

Switch on this about right, briefly (2,5)

Telegraph Prize Cryptic #3097 | 9 Across | 2021-02-28 flower

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