polo92198:
Thanks, y’all! I know that Alexa can’t run a routine that includes locks and sensors (only lights and thermostats), so that is disappointing. The keypad might be a simple solution if I can use it to quickly and easily arm/disarm
It’s easy to get Alexa to run a SmartThings routine that includes locks: you just have to set up the routine so it starts when a virtual switch comes on, and then Alexa thinks she’s just turning the switch on or off. AskAlexa is fantastic, but it’s actually overkill for this particular use case.
Echo and Google home only recognize some device classes, specifically lights, switches, thermostats , and maybe locks.
The official SmartThings/Alexa integration can run routines, but only routines that are limited to the device classes above.
IFTTT has the same issue. The SmartThings service/channel can turn a single device on or off, but it doesn’t show routines or modes or smart home monitor status.
So how can you use your voice assistant or IFTTT to change your mode, unlock a lock, or change smart home monitor armed status if the voice assistant/IFTTT won’t work with those kinds of devices?
Fortunately, it’s easy.