FAQ: Getting Started with the new Rules API

[nayelyz (SmartThings Developer Support)]

Hello @Jamie_D,

The JSON structure is correct, this issue is now being taken care of by the development team, so I will keep updating you about the progress.
For now, the workaround is to delete the rule and create it again, please share with us if you had any issues with this process.
In the Rules API documentation you can see the other conditions available for rules.
Also, here are some posts with examples:

Device timer with reset

Hi, @Positiveground You can create this automation based on the Rules API. The next Rule example will handle the condition you have specified: { "name": "Timer Rule - Turn off light after 30 minutes", "actions": [ { "if": { "equals": { "left": { "device": { "devices": ["<deviceId>"], "component": "main", "capability": "switch", "attribute": "switch" } }, "right": { "string": "on" } }, "then": [ { "sleep": { …

Sleep Timer

Hello @X0mbie, Using the Rules API is another good option, you just need to use an API test tool, like Postman. The sample below has this workflow: IF the button is pushed THEN set a 30-minute timer to turn OFF the TV { "name":"If button is pushed, set timer to turn the TV off", "actions": [ { "if":{ "equals": { "left": { "device": { "devices": [ "device-id-button" ], "component": "main", "capability": "button", "attribute": "button" } }, "right": { …