I’ve been using Hue smart plugs for a few years now, and they’ve been a lifesaver for controlling my Christmas lights. But here’s the thing—every year, I end up repurposing these plugs for other things like air fresheners or fans. It’s gotten to the point where I’m constantly fiddling with my automations to switch their functions around Christmas and then again in January. It’s a bit of a hassle, to be honest!
I’m imagining there must be a smarter way to handle this. Maybe using template sensors or some kind of entity ID templating? I’ve heard about template sensors before, but I’m not entirely sure how they work or if they can help me here. Is there a way to assign different functions to my plugs without diving deep into my automations every time the season changes?
I’d love to hear from anyone who’s tackled a similar problem. How do you manage multiple uses for your smart plugs? Do you have a system or workaround that makes switching functions seamless? Any tips or tricks would be super appreciated!
Cheers,
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