If you’re like many people these days, you have a smart home with various devices that you can control with your voice. One of the most popular ways to do this is by using Amazon’s Alexa. In this blog post, we’ll show you how to set up your smart home devices, create groups and scenes, and use Alexa to control everything.
First, it’s important to note that the list of devices that work with Alexa keeps getting longer. We have smart TVs, smart cameras, smart plugs, smart thermostats, and more. In fact, there is way more stuff that works with Alexa than on Apple’s HomeKit. So, let’s get started on how to set up your devices to work with Alexa.
Most smart home devices require you to download an app to get them set up. Once you’ve downloaded the app and set up your device, you’re going to need to open up the Alexa app. Go to the upper left-hand corner to the three lines and select “smart home.” You’ll see that you have no devices set up, but don’t worry, this is the easy part.
Hit “add a device,” and your Alexa will start looking for devices. You’ll find that most devices that work with Alexa will be instantly found. Once your devices are set up, you can control them by using specific commands. For example, if you want to turn off a specific light, you can say “Computer, tall lamp out,” and it will turn off.
If you have several devices that you want to control at the same time, you can create groups. To do this, select “smart home group” and give it a name. Then, select the devices you want to control in that group. You can set levels for each item, so you can have different lighting levels for different devices.
Another useful feature of Alexa is scenes. Scenes are pre-set configurations that allow you to control multiple devices with a single command. If your device has preset scenes, you can use them from the app. You can also create your own scenes by using the Hue app.
To create a scene, pick a scene and customize it to your preferences. You can then save it as a new scene in the Alexa app. This makes it easy to control multiple devices with a single command. For example, you can say “Computer, brighter scene,” and it will adjust the lighting in your office.
In conclusion, using Alexa to control your smart home devices is easy and convenient. With the ability to create groups and scenes, you can control multiple devices with a single command. Plus, the list of devices that work with Alexa keeps getting longer, giving you even more options for controlling your smart home. So, try out these tips and see how much easier it is to control your smart home devices with Alexa.