# Wiki **URL:** https://community.smartthings.com/c/wiki/87.md [Latest](https://community.smartthings.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.smartthings.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.smartthings.com/tags.md) --- ## [Firmware upgrade Smarthings hub v4](https://community.smartthings.com/t/firmware-upgrade-smarthings-hub-v4/311741)
**Author:** [@RV1](https://community.smartthings.com/u/RV1)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [October 24, 2026, 2:56pm UTC](https://community.smartthings.com/t/firmware-upgrade-smarthings-hub-v4/311741 "2026-10-24T14:56:04Z")
I have a Smartthings model v4 and it seems that my hub does not automayically it’s firmware. It has firmware version 062.00014 and in the Smartthings Advanced webpage in Summary, it’s has Automatic update selected. In th… --- ## [DIDA: self-hosted home automation where one misbehaving integration can't take the house down](https://community.smartthings.com/t/dida-self-hosted-home-automation-where-one-misbehaving-integration-cant-take-the-house-down/311541)
**Author:** [@Bacinac](https://community.smartthings.com/u/Bacinac)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [October 15, 2026, 3:54pm UTC](https://community.smartthings.com/t/dida-self-hosted-home-automation-where-one-misbehaving-integration-cant-take-the-house-down/311541 "2026-10-15T15:54:31Z")
Hi all. I’ve been building a home automation system for my own house, it’s now public, and since it talks to SmartThings this seemed the right place to share it. What it is. DIDA is self-hosted home automation. Every pr… --- ## [New Home Construction](https://community.smartthings.com/t/new-home-construction/7716)
**Author:** [@tuffcalc](https://community.smartthings.com/u/tuffcalc)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [October 8, 2026, 1:38am UTC](https://community.smartthings.com/t/new-home-construction/7716 "2026-10-08T01:38:14Z")
Hi everyone, I am building a new home. I was planning on using smartthings for the entire build (over 40 motion sensors, all light switches zwave, etc.). I've been "testing" smartthings in my current home and it i… --- ## [Yet another best smartlock question may be leaning toward Yale Assure 2?](https://community.smartthings.com/t/yet-another-best-smartlock-question-may-be-leaning-toward-yale-assure-2/280866)
**Author:** [@swordsmn](https://community.smartthings.com/u/swordsmn)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [October 6, 2026, 3:25pm UTC](https://community.smartthings.com/t/yet-another-best-smartlock-question-may-be-leaning-toward-yale-assure-2/280866 "2026-10-06T15:25:47Z")
I’m looking to add a smartlock to my carport door and patio French door. Presently have no ZWave devices, mainly Leviton wifi and a few no neutral switches that integrate via the Lev wifi bridge. So no foray into zwav… --- ## [Motorized window opener](https://community.smartthings.com/t/motorized-window-opener/209428)
**Author:** [@simplenotezy](https://community.smartthings.com/u/simplenotezy)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [October 3, 2026, 8:52pm UTC](https://community.smartthings.com/t/motorized-window-opener/209428 "2026-10-03T20:52:51Z")
I am looking to automate the opening of a small window I have. I have looked a bit on this thread for inspiration: ZWave or Zigbee Controller for Linear Actuators? (Automated A/V Cabinet project) However it’s been quite… --- ## [FAQ: Smartthings Energy Supported Devices](https://community.smartthings.com/t/faq-smartthings-energy-supported-devices/284574)
**Author:** [@M-TOWN](https://community.smartthings.com/u/M-TOWN)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [September 24, 2026, 10:39am UTC](https://community.smartthings.com/t/faq-smartthings-energy-supported-devices/284574 "2026-09-24T10:39:06Z")
Hello i wonder me why the Aqara Smart Plug is supporting the ST Energy Service and the ST Smart Plug are not! Is there a List of devices which are supporting the SmartThings Energy Service? --- ## [Best Wall Mounts for Tablets](https://community.smartthings.com/t/best-wall-mounts-for-tablets/227509)
**Author:** [@polpolpol](https://community.smartthings.com/u/polpolpol)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [August 27, 2026, 12:39am UTC](https://community.smartthings.com/t/best-wall-mounts-for-tablets/227509 "2026-08-27T00:39:05Z")
Hey everyone I have multiple tablets which I use as “control panels” for the lights and everything else that is smart around the house. I have Cat6 cables behind every tablets which I use to power them. Right now I sim… --- ## [SmartThings Power Outage Monitor](https://community.smartthings.com/t/smartthings-power-outage-monitor/290645)
**Author:** [@SittingOnEdge](https://community.smartthings.com/u/SittingOnEdge)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [August 3, 2026, 3:38am UTC](https://community.smartthings.com/t/smartthings-power-outage-monitor/290645 "2026-08-03T03:38:02Z")
How I Secured My Home Against Power Outage Risks Last week, a power outage tripped a GFCI circuit in our home. Among the devices affected was our garage freezer. Although we were home at the time, we didn’t realize the f… --- ## [Open a Drain or Pump Water out of a small Bowl?](https://community.smartthings.com/t/open-a-drain-or-pump-water-out-of-a-small-bowl/229082)
**Author:** [@jgruberman](https://community.smartthings.com/u/jgruberman)\ **Replies:** 44\ **Last updated:** [July 30, 2026, 12:13pm UTC](https://community.smartthings.com/t/open-a-drain-or-pump-water-out-of-a-small-bowl/229082 "2026-07-30T12:13:57Z")
I am trying to come up with an idea to drain a bowl or basin and can’t figure out any sort of smart device/contraption to do this with. I have figured out how to get water into a basin, with an always on hose spigot, a s… --- ## [Starting over with everything after a move?](https://community.smartthings.com/t/starting-over-with-everything-after-a-move/277158)
**Author:** [@lofquist](https://community.smartthings.com/u/lofquist)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [July 21, 2026, 5:22pm UTC](https://community.smartthings.com/t/starting-over-with-everything-after-a-move/277158 "2026-07-21T17:22:46Z")
We moved a few months ago. I started using SmartThings in January of 2013. I was writing a business plan to utilize mesh tech in an industrial environment. So I thought should use the tech. It worked great! I used o… --- ## [Occupancy sensor and Alexa: “when I get up from the couch, remind me to…”?](https://community.smartthings.com/t/occupancy-sensor-and-alexa-when-i-get-up-from-the-couch-remind-me-to/310082)
**Author:** [@Glen\_King](https://community.smartthings.com/u/Glen_King)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [July 8, 2026, 11:37am UTC](https://community.smartthings.com/t/occupancy-sensor-and-alexa-when-i-get-up-from-the-couch-remind-me-to/310082 "2026-07-08T11:37:10Z")
Title says what I’m seeking to do. There are a lot of times where I don’t want to be reminded to do something ten minutes now… but DO want to be reminded when my cats leave my lap, and I get up. So questions: What occu… --- ## [Legrand Adorne paddle switch hack (convert to pushbutton)](https://community.smartthings.com/t/legrand-adorne-paddle-switch-hack-convert-to-pushbutton/3296)
**Author:** [@Mike\_Maxwell](https://community.smartthings.com/u/Mike_Maxwell)\ **Replies:** 36\ **Last updated:** [June 30, 2026, 9:27pm UTC](https://community.smartthings.com/t/legrand-adorne-paddle-switch-hack-convert-to-pushbutton/3296 "2026-06-30T21:27:50Z")
New guy here, just getting into HA, my hubs on the way, in the mean time trying to work out a decent switch to control Aeotecs micro controllers. Found these very nice Adorned switches at home depot of all things, anywa… --- ## [How to detect a power outage (2024)](https://community.smartthings.com/t/how-to-detect-a-power-outage-2024/286096)
**Author:** [@Andreas\_Roedl](https://community.smartthings.com/u/Andreas_Roedl)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [June 5, 2026, 4:26am UTC](https://community.smartthings.com/t/how-to-detect-a-power-outage-2024/286096 "2026-06-05T04:26:17Z")
Update: new, feature-rich driver available! Many of us have set up one or more notifications for when, for example, movement is detected in our absence, the refrigerator is too warm, a water leak is detected, or smoke i… --- ## [Leak Prevention via Well Pump Switch Instead of Valve](https://community.smartthings.com/t/leak-prevention-via-well-pump-switch-instead-of-valve/280185)
**Author:** [@mooch91](https://community.smartthings.com/u/mooch91)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [April 6, 2026, 11:02am UTC](https://community.smartthings.com/t/leak-prevention-via-well-pump-switch-instead-of-valve/280185 "2026-04-06T11:02:48Z")
Hi all Been thinking about automating my water on/off through ST as a means to address potential leaks while I’m away. I’ve seen a number of z-wave valves or valve actuators which could do what I’m looking for. But th… --- ## [How to Control Samsung Mini Splits with OpenClaw](https://community.smartthings.com/t/how-to-control-samsung-mini-splits-with-openclaw/308448)
**Author:** [@559guy](https://community.smartthings.com/u/559guy)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [March 13, 2026, 7:05pm UTC](https://community.smartthings.com/t/how-to-control-samsung-mini-splits-with-openclaw/308448 "2026-03-13T19:05:44Z")
I run an AirBnB with multiple units. I am trying to create an automation through OpenClaw to check calendar for someone moving in and then start the HVAC in that unit. The calendar part is simple. The problem I’ve run i… --- ## [Wireless alarm systems that integrate with SmartThings?](https://community.smartthings.com/t/wireless-alarm-systems-that-integrate-with-smartthings/282424)
**Author:** [@Appointed](https://community.smartthings.com/u/Appointed)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [March 9, 2026, 3:22am UTC](https://community.smartthings.com/t/wireless-alarm-systems-that-integrate-with-smartthings/282424 "2026-03-09T03:22:26Z")
Hey greetings to all, looking for wireless alarm system that can integrate with my smart home system. But the recommended wireless alarm system must have a good wireless coverage due to the inferstructure has plenty stee… --- ## [How do you set up Tasker to wake your tablet when you walk up to it](https://community.smartthings.com/t/how-do-you-set-up-tasker-to-wake-your-tablet-when-you-walk-up-to-it/28035)
**Author:** [@Eagle72069](https://community.smartthings.com/u/Eagle72069)\ **Replies:** 131\ **Last updated:** [March 6, 2026, 11:13pm UTC](https://community.smartthings.com/t/how-do-you-set-up-tasker-to-wake-your-tablet-when-you-walk-up-to-it/28035 "2026-03-06T23:13:14Z")
I'm building an in wall setup with smarttiles or sharptools. I'm wanting to be able to walk up to my tablet and it wakes up using the camera. I have seen others say they did this with Tasker but I can find any instructio… --- ## [FAQ: How does TuyaSmart Integration work? \[Updated 2023\]](https://community.smartthings.com/t/faq-how-does-tuyasmart-integration-work-updated-2023/232515)
**Author:** [@FozzieBear](https://community.smartthings.com/u/FozzieBear)\ **Replies:** 36\ **Last updated:** [February 22, 2026, 5:13am UTC](https://community.smartthings.com/t/faq-how-does-tuyasmart-integration-work-updated-2023/232515 "2026-02-22T05:13:57Z")
In addition to Aone zigbee devices I have number of Tuya Smart WiFi devices such as Water Level Sensor, Smart Plugs and Smoke Alarms. All these work with the TuyaSmart App but are very limited. In SmartThings App if I tr… --- ## [Monitoring Solar Panels with SmartThings?](https://community.smartthings.com/t/monitoring-solar-panels-with-smartthings/281351)
**Author:** [@nf098](https://community.smartthings.com/u/nf098)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [January 30, 2026, 4:18pm UTC](https://community.smartthings.com/t/monitoring-solar-panels-with-smartthings/281351 "2026-01-30T16:18:16Z")
Hello, I have some solar panels in the house, and I can monitor their production and the house’s consumptions in the vendors App. However, I’m looking for ways to monitor these indicators on Smartthings so that I can in… --- ## [Pet Proximity Sensor (opposite of most devices)](https://community.smartthings.com/t/pet-proximity-sensor-opposite-of-most-devices/185799)
**Author:** [@timmyt](https://community.smartthings.com/u/timmyt)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [January 24, 2026, 2:02pm UTC](https://community.smartthings.com/t/pet-proximity-sensor-opposite-of-most-devices/185799 "2026-01-24T14:02:39Z")
I have a bit of a unique situation that I’m trying to solve. I’m trying to find a very close proximity sensor, like within a foot or so that can send an alert when triggered. Most products I’ve seen do the opposite, igno… --- ## [Integrating Kidde Smoke / CO Sensors into SmartThings Properly](https://community.smartthings.com/t/integrating-kidde-smoke-co-sensors-into-smartthings-properly/53641)
**Author:** [@vseven](https://community.smartthings.com/u/vseven)\ **Replies:** 196\ **Last updated:** [January 12, 2026, 3:50am UTC](https://community.smartthings.com/t/integrating-kidde-smoke-co-sensors-into-smartthings-properly/53641 "2026-01-12T03:50:13Z")
I’m sure this has been done before but I know I’ve seen lots of discussions on the best way to integrate existing smoke/CO sensors into SmartThings. After lots of research I did what I thought was the best way for my si… --- ## [Compatability with my s9](https://community.smartthings.com/t/compatability-with-my-s9/307229)
**Author:** [@Stevesgirlfriend77](https://community.smartthings.com/u/Stevesgirlfriend77)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [January 4, 2026, 1:21pm UTC](https://community.smartthings.com/t/compatability-with-my-s9/307229 "2026-01-04T13:21:15Z")
How to get smart things to work on my s9 --- ## [Using a smart bulb in a table lamp—ways to lock the physical knob?](https://community.smartthings.com/t/using-a-smart-bulb-in-a-table-lamp-ways-to-lock-the-physical-knob/235775)
**Author:** [@sdaltons](https://community.smartthings.com/u/sdaltons)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [December 21, 2025, 4:32am UTC](https://community.smartthings.com/t/using-a-smart-bulb-in-a-table-lamp-ways-to-lock-the-physical-knob/235775 "2025-12-21T04:32:26Z")
Making some changes to my lighting and I have a table lamp which I’d like to put a smart bulb in and control with a smart switch (it’s a hue bulb and aurora switch if it helps). Obviously that setup fails if someone phy… --- ## [How to Monitor an A/C Float Switch?](https://community.smartthings.com/t/how-to-monitor-an-a-c-float-switch/280944)
**Author:** [@SQLDBA](https://community.smartthings.com/u/SQLDBA)\ **Replies:** 26\ **Last updated:** [December 4, 2025, 12:23am UTC](https://community.smartthings.com/t/how-to-monitor-an-a-c-float-switch/280944 "2025-12-04T00:23:07Z")
On more than one occasion I’ve had my A/C float switch activate and cut power to the AC because of buildup in the drain line (life in Florida!). I’m looking for a way to put a sensor on it so I can be notified that there… --- ## [Ideas to scare a Heron!](https://community.smartthings.com/t/ideas-to-scare-a-heron/290349)
**Author:** [@David\_McNae](https://community.smartthings.com/u/David_McNae)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [November 28, 2025, 11:33pm UTC](https://community.smartthings.com/t/ideas-to-scare-a-heron/290349 "2025-11-28T23:33:01Z")
So my pond is being targeted by a heron. I’ve had the idea of a water jet or something to shoot at it but not sure where to start. Have found battery powered ones, but thinking I need a mains one that I can control bei… --- ## [\[RELEASE\] ActionTiles, the homepage for your SmartThings home!](https://community.smartthings.com/t/release-actiontiles-the-homepage-for-your-smartthings-home/78684)
**Author:** [@625alex](https://community.smartthings.com/u/625alex)\ **Replies:** 1353\ **Last updated:** [November 22, 2025, 6:57pm UTC](https://community.smartthings.com/t/release-actiontiles-the-homepage-for-your-smartthings-home/78684 "2025-11-22T18:57:02Z")
We have been working very hard to re-engineer (and extensively Beta test!) your favorite smart home dashboard for the ultimate user experience, performance, security and growth. It is finally happening; you have been ver… --- ## [Motion sensor in bedroom?](https://community.smartthings.com/t/motion-sensor-in-bedroom/41305)
**Author:** [@mrmrmrmr](https://community.smartthings.com/u/mrmrmrmr)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [November 20, 2025, 12:08am UTC](https://community.smartthings.com/t/motion-sensor-in-bedroom/41305 "2025-11-20T00:08:46Z")
Hi, I want to place a motion sensor in my bedroom and turn on the light when there is motion so that I don't have to turn it on from the wall switch. But there's of course movement when I sleep. How can I prevent the … --- ## [Automated Window Blinds - Spark Core](https://community.smartthings.com/t/automated-window-blinds-spark-core/5681)
**Author:** [@jjhtpc](https://community.smartthings.com/u/jjhtpc)\ **Replies:** 373\ **Last updated:** [October 17, 2025, 12:12pm UTC](https://community.smartthings.com/t/automated-window-blinds-spark-core/5681 "2025-10-17T12:12:40Z")
So I purchased a Spark Core a few weeks back and decided to have some fun. First and foremost a big thank you to @juano2310, I borrowed and updated your Spark Core device type. It now serves as a dimmer switch for bli… --- ## [Wireless Switches that Work with SmartThings?](https://community.smartthings.com/t/wireless-switches-that-work-with-smartthings/285066)
**Author:** [@waynehof](https://community.smartthings.com/u/waynehof)\ **Replies:** 29\ **Last updated:** [October 8, 2025, 8:21am UTC](https://community.smartthings.com/t/wireless-switches-that-work-with-smartthings/285066 "2025-10-08T08:21:25Z")
Thanks for the replies… do you know where to get non-tuya zigbee devices. i was shopping on amazon but most of the zigbee stuff says “for tuya hub” or “moes hub”…, ug --- ## [\[OBSOLETE\] SHM status visual indicator solution](https://community.smartthings.com/t/obsolete-shm-status-visual-indicator-solution/169029)
**Author:** [@jeffzurn66](https://community.smartthings.com/u/jeffzurn66)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [July 24, 2019, 12:45am UTC](https://community.smartthings.com/t/obsolete-shm-status-visual-indicator-solution/169029 "2019-07-24T00:45:49Z")
Hello. First post. Sorry if this has been posted elsewhere - I didn’t find it! I was looking for a status solution using these neat little RGB outlets: Smart Plug Mini, No Hub Required, Wi-Fi, Compatible with Amazon … [Next page](https://community.smartthings.com/c/wiki/87.md?page=1)