StarkTech01
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I'm new with programming NFC tags, but is there a way to program an NFC to trigger your smart bulbs or smart plugs in your home to turn on or off? Still self learning and haven't figured it out if it exists.
I would have to check. Is there a way to tell this or would I have to look at the package. I do have them all hooked up to my Amazon Alexa so maybe?Are your bulbs/plugs compatible with IFTTT?
Since they work with Alexa, there are definitely ways to make the macro you want.I would have to check. Is there a way to tell this or would I have to look at the package. I do have them all hooked up to my Amazon Alexa so maybe?
The bulbs are "Feit" and the plugs are "Geeni"Since they work with Alexa, there are definitely ways to make the macro you want.
With IFTTT also, probably!
All we have to do is search IFTTT for your smart-home service. What brand(s?) are your bulbs & switches?
Okay. Found those with Google but not directly on IFTTT. @Pseudocyclic , do you know a way to find out for sure if maybe one of the home remote tools connects to those two brands?The bulbs are "Feit" and the plugs are "Geeni"
First of all, I'd like to say holy crap, never in my time of asking questions on reddit, or any other social forum has anyone actually tried to type things out and explain it instead giving short answers, so thank you so much for the details, yes it makes sense I just have to figure it out and then try itOkay. Found those with Google but not directly on IFTTT. @Pseudocyclic , do you know a way to find out for sure if maybe one of the home remote tools connects to those two brands?
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There are two Alexa Skills I use that would serve your purpose, IFTTT not required. Consider choosing one of the following two.
Virtual Buttons
Read about them by going to VirtualButtons.com which redirects to their Patreon info page.
They're simple enough.
You set up an account. They provide one free "button," actually a URL unique to you. You ping it to trigger Alexa routines.
The one is enough if Feit and Geeni give you toggle options. If you want more than one button, they ask a small, tiered subscription fee. Think I'm getting ten buttons for $3 a month.
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Voice Monkey
(presently 100% free)
The site is VoiceMonkey.io which you log into with Amazon.
For what you're doing, it's basically just as simple.
There are just extra options. If you PREFER keeping it simple, all you have to do is ignore them.
Once you set up an account, you tap to create what they call a "monkey," or more than one. Each is just a private website trigger for you, just like a virtual button. Give each "monkey" a name, and that name will become part of the URL to copy.
Then Link the Alexa Skill
The Virtual Button skill and the Voice Monkey skill can both be found in your Alexa app. Open app -> More -> Skills & Games. Search one or both of them and see about linking your accounts.
Then Create or Copy a Routine
Alexa app -> More -> Routines
If you want to trigger any of your existing routines, open one and you probably want the option to Copy Actions to New Routine. Find it by tapping the 3-dots button in the upper right corner.
Or just create a routine from scratch.
Tap to set the routine's trigger. (It's a plus icon next to the words "when this happens.") I think you'll see seven different option categories. Choose "Smart Home." Fair bet you'll see some trigger options from Geeni & Feit, though you won't need any.
If all's well with your new skill(s) and linked accounts, you'll also see your new virtual triggers!
If you've got "Buttons," they'll be numbered. If "Monkeys," they will have the names you gave them. Choose one for your routine's trigger.
Once you've set up actions that look right to you and the routine is complete enough to save, you're all set.
The Macro Action in MacroDroid
Add Action -> Applications -> HTTP GET
Copy and paste the entire trigger where it says Enter url.
Keep "URL encode parameters" checked. Check "HTTP GET (no web browser)" also.
I recommend tapping both plus icons which will add local variables to your macro. I usually name the Boolean "css" and the string "response." These just help you troubleshoot your automation later if needed.
Hope all this helps!