ejermac
August 17, 2020, 3:26am
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So I got an alexa, I use a virtual contact sensor with switch and use a routine to turn my Magiqtouch on and off - you can automate it in alexa too btw, depending on the temperature etc. :
Need a FAQ for the simplest version of this: a virtual on/off switch. Maybe even two FAQs, one for why you would want one with use case examples and one step by step how to for creating one in ST.
Thanks!
2023 Update
Since groovy will be going away soon, so will groovy virtual switches.
See the new FAQ for on the replacements:
FAQ: Creating Virtual Devices Without the IDE
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metadata {
definition (name: "Simulated Alexa Switch", namespace: "bjpierron", author: "bjpierron") {
capability "Switch"
capability "Sensor"
capability "Actuator"
capability "Contact Sensor"
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Use that sensor to automate the on / off process in the routine