Hey everyone, I’ve been diving into the world of smart home automation lately, and I have to say, it’s been an exciting journey! I recently set up my working environment with OpenHAB and have been trying to integrate my Shelly devices into the mix. While the process has been smooth for the most part, there are a few things I’ve encountered that I thought I’d share with the community.
First off, I’ve been experimenting with actions and scripts on my Shelly devices. I know that OpenHAB has its own way of handling these, but I’m curious if there’s a way to view and modify these scripts directly through the OpenHAB interface. I’ve heard that keeping things as they are is a good practice, but having the ability to tweak them from one central place would be incredibly handy. Has anyone found a way to do this?
Another thing I’ve been exploring is the hidden entities that come with some Shelly devices, especially the operating temperature. I’d love to display this information in my dashboard, along with status and temperature trends. While I’ve managed to pull some data together, I’m not sure if there are pre-made cards or widgets that can help present this information more neatly. If not, maybe we can collaborate on creating something that works seamlessly!
I’ve also been looking into automating my lighting system. I’ve come across some fantastic ideas on the forum about using virtual buttons to trigger multiple actions with a single press. For instance, imagine being able to turn off all your lights with one click, regardless of their location. I’ve tried using scenes for this, but they seem a bit rigid. I’d love to hear if anyone has a more flexible solution or if they’ve successfully implemented something similar.
On a different note, I’ve been dealing with some system crashes on my CCU2 setup. It’s been a bit frustrating, but I’ve managed to keep things running by regularly checking the logs and rebooting when necessary. I’d love to hear if others have faced similar issues and how they’ve resolved them. Maybe there’s a tweak or a setting I’m missing that could stabilize things.
Lastly, I’ve been experimenting with motion sensors and their sensitivity settings. I’ve found that adjusting them to the right level can make a huge difference in how reliable they are. I’d love to hear if anyone has tips on optimizing these settings or if they’ve found creative ways to use motion sensors beyond the basics.
This community has been such a wealth of knowledge, and I’m really grateful for everyone’s contributions. Let’s keep sharing our experiences and tips to make our smart homes even smarter! 
