Also, with SmartThings classic we used routines to enable a lot of voice control for stuff like changing smart home monitor armed state, changing mode, unlocking locks, etc. We also use the same method with IFTTT.
Are we losing all of that with the new app?
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.
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