Automate Lights with Lots of Conditions?

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Thanks I would like to automate my outdoor lights to turn on under the following conditions, but am unsure how to proceed. Here are the conditions:

One or more cars are away;
The lights are off; and
It is after sunset but before sunrise.

I want them to turn off 10 minutes after all cars have returned, which should just be the reverse of whatever rule I create to turn them on.

How do I accomplish this? I can use the iOS SmartThings app, SmartRules, or IFTTT. I created the rules shown on the enclosed screen shot in SmartRules, but I wonder if it will work without an “if this happens” condition. Any advice?!?

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Thanks, in advance, for all replies!!

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You can accomplish it with WebCORE…

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I have no experience with the iOS SmartRules, but you can have very complex rules using WebCoRE.

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My thanks to jkp and jeubanks for introducing me to WebCore. I just watched the intro video and I’m astounded. That is exactly what I’ve needed for so many of my SmartThings automation desires. Thank you both very much!!

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You already got your answer, and I’m sure you’ll be very happy with webcore. :sunglasses: I just wanted to add the link to the FAQ on this question for others who might find this thread in the future:

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