Hey everyone, I wanted to share my experience with setting up automations for visitors and daily routines. I recently faced a challenge with automating lights when housekeepers or family members like my grandma come over. I found that using a boolean switch was a great solution—it allows me to manually trigger lights when needed without interfering with my usual automation schedule.
I also discovered that handling multiple automations can sometimes lead to conflicts, like one turning lights on while another turns them off. To avoid this, I learned to prioritize automations based on specific conditions or times. For example, setting a ‘visitor mode’ automation that overrides regular schedules during those periods.
If you’re looking to simplify your setup, I recommend starting with basic automations and gradually adding more complex ones as you get comfortable. It’s all about finding the right balance that suits your lifestyle! Any tips or tricks you’ve found helpful would be great to hear. Happy automating! 