I’ve recently been working on integrating my Shelly Plug S into my smart home ecosystem, and I wanted to share my experience and some tips that might help others facing similar challenges. This journey has been both frustrating and rewarding, and I’m excited to walk through it with you all.**The Challenge:**Initially, I was having trouble getting my Shelly Plug S to respond to HTTP GET requests directly from my browser. Every time I tried accessing the device using its IP address and the standard RPC endpoint, I’d get a ‘not found’ error. This was perplexing because I knew the device was online and functioning properly through the Shelly app. I reached out to the community here, and the advice I received was invaluable. It turns out I needed to enable the web interface on the Shelly Plug S, which wasn’t something I had considered at first.**The Solution:**After some research and guidance from the forum, I discovered that the Shelly Plug S doesn’t have the web interface enabled by default. Enabling it was a straightforward process:1. I logged into the Shelly app.2. Navigated to the settings of the specific Plug S device.3. Found the option to enable the web interface under the advanced settings.Once this was done, I could finally access the device’s web interface and send HTTP GET requests without any issues. This was a huge relief and opened up a world of possibilities for automating my home setup.**Tips for Others:**If you’re struggling with similar issues, here are a few tips that might help:- Always check the device settings for any hidden features or options that need enabling.- Don’t hesitate to reach out to the community for advice; chances are someone else has faced the same issue.- Take the time to thoroughly review the device documentation once you’ve encountered an issue—it might contain solutions you overlooked initially.**The Reward:**Now that my Shelly Plug S is fully integrated, I’ve been able to create some fantastic automations. For instance, I’ve set up a routine where my lights dim and my coffee maker starts brewing as soon as I unlock my front door in the morning. It’s these little touches that really make my home feel smart and personalized.I’m incredibly grateful to everyone who contributed their knowledge and experience to help me troubleshoot this issue. It’s communities like this that make the journey of setting up a smart home so rewarding.If anyone has questions about integrating Shelly devices or any other smart home components, feel free to reach out! I’d be happy to share more insights or help troubleshoot issues.