Arming Home monitor with Google Home?

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It depends which version of the SmartThings mobile app you are using.

FAQ: how to tell which version of the SmartThings mobile app that you have

If you are using the classic V2 app, then there are ways to do it. :sunglasses:Basically you have your voice assistant turn on a virtual switch, and have that virtual switch coming on start a SmartThings routine which changes the security.mode.

FAQ 2017: Have Alexa/Google Home/IFTTT run a routine, change a mode, or arm/disarm Smart Home Monitor (SmartThings Classic)

However, the design philosophy changed for the newer V3 app, and now there is no way to do it. :disappointed_relieved: They want you to open the app and manually change it there.

See the community FAQ.

FAQ: Why can’t I use Geopresence or an Automation to set the alarm state in the new (V3) app? (also applies to unlocking smart locks)

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