Run an Alexa routine when you press the button
How this automation works
Automate your smart home by linking HomeSeer and Alexa. This Applet runs when one of your HomeSeer devices is turned on, triggering an Alexa routine through the mkZense integration. Perfect for users who want seamless voice control and synchronized smart device actions across platforms.
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17 triggers, queries, and actions
A device is turned off
Polling trigger
Polling Applets run after IFTTT reaches out to the trigger service and finds a new trigger event. These trigger checks occur every 5 minutes for Pro and Pro+ users, and every hour for Free users.
This Trigger fires when a device attached to your HomeSeer system is turned off.
A device is turned on
Polling trigger
Polling Applets run after IFTTT reaches out to the trigger service and finds a new trigger event. These trigger checks occur every 5 minutes for Pro and Pro+ users, and every hour for Free users.
This Trigger fires when a device attached to your HomeSeer system is turned on.
History of a device is turned on
Query
A query lets your Applet retrieve extra data that isn't included in the trigger, so that your automation can include more complete or useful information.
This query returns a list of when a device attached to your HomeSeer system was turned on.
Change a thermostat's cool set-point
Action
An action is the task your Applet carries out after the trigger occurs. It defines what happens as the result of your automation and completes the workflow.
This Action will change the cool set-point of a thermostat attached to your HomeSeer system.
Change a thermostat's heat set-point
Action
An action is the task your Applet carries out after the trigger occurs. It defines what happens as the result of your automation and completes the workflow.
This Action will change the heat set-point of a thermostat attached to your HomeSeer system.
Change a thermostat's operating mode to auto
Action
An action is the task your Applet carries out after the trigger occurs. It defines what happens as the result of your automation and completes the workflow.
This Action will change the the operating mode of a thermostat attached to your HomeSeer system to auto.
Change a thermostat's operating mode to cool
Action
An action is the task your Applet carries out after the trigger occurs. It defines what happens as the result of your automation and completes the workflow.
This Action will change the the operating mode of a thermostat attached to your HomeSeer system to cool.
Change a thermostat's operating mode to heat
Action
An action is the task your Applet carries out after the trigger occurs. It defines what happens as the result of your automation and completes the workflow.
This Action will change the the operating mode of a thermostat attached to your HomeSeer system to heat.
Change a thermostat's operating mode to off
Action
An action is the task your Applet carries out after the trigger occurs. It defines what happens as the result of your automation and completes the workflow.
This Action will change the the operating mode of a thermostat attached to your HomeSeer system to off.
Dim a device
Action
An action is the task your Applet carries out after the trigger occurs. It defines what happens as the result of your automation and completes the workflow.
This Action will dim a dimmable lighting device attached to your HomeSeer system.
Lock a door lock
Action
An action is the task your Applet carries out after the trigger occurs. It defines what happens as the result of your automation and completes the workflow.
This Action will lock a door lock attached to your HomeSeer system.
Run a HomeSeer system event
Action
An action is the task your Applet carries out after the trigger occurs. It defines what happens as the result of your automation and completes the workflow.
This Action will run a HomeSeer system event. HomeSeer events can be programmed to control just about any combination of home automation products installed in your home!
Send a text command to HomeSeer
Action
An action is the task your Applet carries out after the trigger occurs. It defines what happens as the result of your automation and completes the workflow.
This action will send a text command to your HomeSeer system.
sendAlexaActionByMkzense
Action
An action is the task your Applet carries out after the trigger occurs. It defines what happens as the result of your automation and completes the workflow.
This service from mkZense will send an action to run a routine on your Alexa device. Use it to add Voice to your Applet.
Turn off a device
Action
An action is the task your Applet carries out after the trigger occurs. It defines what happens as the result of your automation and completes the workflow.
This Action will turn off a device attached to your HomeSeer system. Devices may include light switches, receptacles, plug-in modules and much more!
A device is turned off
Polling trigger
Polling Applets run after IFTTT reaches out to the trigger service and finds a new trigger event. These trigger checks occur every 5 minutes for Pro and Pro+ users, and every hour for Free users.
This Trigger fires when a device attached to your HomeSeer system is turned off.
A device is turned on
Polling trigger
Polling Applets run after IFTTT reaches out to the trigger service and finds a new trigger event. These trigger checks occur every 5 minutes for Pro and Pro+ users, and every hour for Free users.
This Trigger fires when a device attached to your HomeSeer system is turned on.
Change a thermostat's cool set-point
Action
An action is the task your Applet carries out after the trigger occurs. It defines what happens as the result of your automation and completes the workflow.
This Action will change the cool set-point of a thermostat attached to your HomeSeer system.
Change a thermostat's heat set-point
Action
An action is the task your Applet carries out after the trigger occurs. It defines what happens as the result of your automation and completes the workflow.
This Action will change the heat set-point of a thermostat attached to your HomeSeer system.
Change a thermostat's operating mode to auto
Action
An action is the task your Applet carries out after the trigger occurs. It defines what happens as the result of your automation and completes the workflow.
This Action will change the the operating mode of a thermostat attached to your HomeSeer system to auto.
Change a thermostat's operating mode to cool
Action
An action is the task your Applet carries out after the trigger occurs. It defines what happens as the result of your automation and completes the workflow.
This Action will change the the operating mode of a thermostat attached to your HomeSeer system to cool.
Change a thermostat's operating mode to heat
Action
An action is the task your Applet carries out after the trigger occurs. It defines what happens as the result of your automation and completes the workflow.
This Action will change the the operating mode of a thermostat attached to your HomeSeer system to heat.
Change a thermostat's operating mode to off
Action
An action is the task your Applet carries out after the trigger occurs. It defines what happens as the result of your automation and completes the workflow.
This Action will change the the operating mode of a thermostat attached to your HomeSeer system to off.
Dim a device
Action
An action is the task your Applet carries out after the trigger occurs. It defines what happens as the result of your automation and completes the workflow.
This Action will dim a dimmable lighting device attached to your HomeSeer system.
History of a device is turned on
Query
A query lets your Applet retrieve extra data that isn't included in the trigger, so that your automation can include more complete or useful information.
This query returns a list of when a device attached to your HomeSeer system was turned on.
Lock a door lock
Action
An action is the task your Applet carries out after the trigger occurs. It defines what happens as the result of your automation and completes the workflow.
This Action will lock a door lock attached to your HomeSeer system.
Run a HomeSeer system event
Action
An action is the task your Applet carries out after the trigger occurs. It defines what happens as the result of your automation and completes the workflow.
This Action will run a HomeSeer system event. HomeSeer events can be programmed to control just about any combination of home automation products installed in your home!
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About HomeSeer
HomeSeer lets you automate and control your door locks, thermostats, lights and more from anywhere with your phone or tablet. Note that a MyHS Plus subscription is required.
HomeSeer lets you automate and control your door locks, thermostats, lights and more from anywhere with your phone or tablet. Note that a MyHS Plus subscription is required.
About Alexa Actions by mkZense
Send Actions to your Alexa device from IFTTT. Your Alexa speaker can respond to this action using Alexa routines.
Send Actions to your Alexa device from IFTTT. Your Alexa speaker can respond to this action using Alexa routines.