I’ve been trying to figure out how to create a smart lighting sequence where lights turn on and off in a specific order, mimicking the effect of walking through the house. After a week of tinkering and researching, I finally got it working! Here’s how I did it and some tips for anyone looking to achieve the same effect.First, I started with Smart Lighting (SL) because it seemed like the most user-friendly option. I created three separate apps within SL, each controlling a different set of lights. However, I quickly realized that only the first app would trigger, and the subsequent ones wouldn’t activate. This was frustrating, but I didn’t give up.I decided to explore if Core could help. While I’m not very familiar with Core, I found that it does offer more flexibility in creating complex sequences. I set up a simple rule in Core where turning on a specific light would trigger the next set of lights to turn on after a short delay. This worked perfectly! The lights now follow the sequence I wanted.If you’re not comfortable with Core, I also looked into using IFTTT as an alternative. While IFTTT can handle basic automation, creating a multi-step sequence is more complicated and might require multiple applets. Core seems to be the more efficient solution for this kind of task.Here’s a quick tip for anyone trying to set up a similar sequence:1. Start with a simple two-light sequence to test the automation.2. Once that works, gradually add more lights and adjust the delays to match your walking speed.3. Use the SL app for basic controls and Core for more advanced sequencing.It’s amazing how this setup enhances the experience of coming home or moving through different areas of the house. The lights guide me seamlessly, and it feels like a luxury feature. I’m so glad I persisted and figured this out!If anyone has questions or needs help setting up their own lighting sequence, feel free to reach out. I’d be happy to share more details or troubleshoot issues together.