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Pulse WiZ light when a new Android screenshot is taken

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How this automation works

Create a dynamic light reaction that activates when you capture a screenshot. This Applet triggers your WiZ light to brighten or dim automatically whenever a new screenshot is saved on your Android device. Perfect for visual feedback lovers who want to add flair to daily interactions with their phone and smart lights.

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Realtime trigger
Realtime Applets run after the trigger service notifies IFTTT of a new trigger event. Since IFTTT is notified proactively of new trigger events, realtime Applets normally run within a few seconds of a trigger event occurring.
This Trigger fires every time a new screenshot is taken on your Android device.
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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 / brighten the selected light(s) by the step of your choice. Ideal for your smart remotes, connected buttons, widgets and much more!
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Any new photo

Realtime trigger
Realtime Applets run after the trigger service notifies IFTTT of a new trigger event. Since IFTTT is notified proactively of new trigger events, realtime Applets normally run within a few seconds of a trigger event occurring.
This Trigger fires every time a new photo is taken on your Android device.

New photo taken in area

Realtime trigger
Realtime Applets run after the trigger service notifies IFTTT of a new trigger event. Since IFTTT is notified proactively of new trigger events, realtime Applets normally run within a few seconds of a trigger event occurring.
This Trigger fires every time a new photo is taken on your Android device in an area you specify.

New screenshot

Realtime trigger
Realtime Applets run after the trigger service notifies IFTTT of a new trigger event. Since IFTTT is notified proactively of new trigger events, realtime Applets normally run within a few seconds of a trigger event occurring.
This Trigger fires every time a new screenshot is taken on your Android device.

Activate a scene

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 apply the settings of the selected scene to your WiZ lights.

Dim / Brighten the light

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 / brighten the selected light(s) by the step of your choice. Ideal for your smart remotes, connected buttons, widgets and much more!

Pulse the light

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 make the selected light(s) pulse gently once.

Toggle your lights on/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 turn your lights on if they are currently off – and vice versa. An easy way to toggle between on and off statuses!

Turn off the light

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 the selected light(s).

Turn on / change light mode

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 on the selected light(s). Optionally, a light mode or pre-defined color can be applied, as well as a level of dimming.

Activate a scene

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 apply the settings of the selected scene to your WiZ lights.

Any new photo

Realtime trigger
Realtime Applets run after the trigger service notifies IFTTT of a new trigger event. Since IFTTT is notified proactively of new trigger events, realtime Applets normally run within a few seconds of a trigger event occurring.
This Trigger fires every time a new photo is taken on your Android device.

Dim / Brighten the light

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 / brighten the selected light(s) by the step of your choice. Ideal for your smart remotes, connected buttons, widgets and much more!

New photo taken in area

Realtime trigger
Realtime Applets run after the trigger service notifies IFTTT of a new trigger event. Since IFTTT is notified proactively of new trigger events, realtime Applets normally run within a few seconds of a trigger event occurring.
This Trigger fires every time a new photo is taken on your Android device in an area you specify.

New screenshot

Realtime trigger
Realtime Applets run after the trigger service notifies IFTTT of a new trigger event. Since IFTTT is notified proactively of new trigger events, realtime Applets normally run within a few seconds of a trigger event occurring.
This Trigger fires every time a new screenshot is taken on your Android device.

Pulse the light

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 make the selected light(s) pulse gently once.

Toggle your lights on/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 turn your lights on if they are currently off – and vice versa. An easy way to toggle between on and off statuses!

Turn off the light

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 the selected light(s).

Turn on / change light mode

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 on the selected light(s). Optionally, a light mode or pre-defined color can be applied, as well as a level of dimming.

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About WiZ

The ultimate light experience -- plug-and-play smart lighting set up on your Wi-Fi network. No bridge, no hubs, no gateway required. Our lights connect to the cloud to provide the best ambiance to see, read and live. Enjoy a healthier lifestyle, get more done and make your home look amazing.

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About Android Photos

With Photos, you can easily view and organize the photos you take on an Android. This service requires the IFTTT app for Android.

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