Tired of lights being left on in empty rooms? This automation allows you to automatically turn off lights, fans, and other devices when you leave a room, using a simple door sensor as the trigger. It's a convenient way to save energy and make your smart home feel more intelligent.
You can now create sophisticated automations that respond to the state of a door sensor. By using the A Sensor Detects Something trigger, you can initiate a sequence of actions when a door opens or closes. For more advanced control, you can convert this automation into a Shortcut, allowing you to add conditions like a time delay before the actions are executed.
For added flexibility, convert your automation to a Shortcut. This allows you to add a Wait action, preventing lights from turning off immediately if the door is opened briefly. A 30 to 60-second delay is a great starting point. To do this, scroll to the bottom of the accessory selection screen and tap Convert To Shortcut.
Automating your lights based on door sensors is a simple yet powerful way to make your smart home more responsive and efficient. By setting up this automation, you can ensure that energy isn't wasted on lights left on in empty rooms. Converting the automation to a Shortcut unlocks even more powerful customization, giving you precise control over your home's environment.