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Create your own LifeHacker and MeshTek workflow
Create custom workflows effortlessly by selecting triggers, queries, and actions. With IFTTT, it's simple: “If this” trigger happens, “then that” action follows. Streamline tasks and save time with automated workflows that work for you.
9 triggers, queries, and actions
Any new post on LifeHacker
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 whenever there is a new post on LifeHacker.
Apply Effect
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 a selected effect to selected Meshtek device.
Apply Effect - Advance
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 a selected effect to selected Meshtek device.
Apply Static Preset
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 a Static effect to selected Meshtek device.
Apply White
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 white to selected Meshtek device.
Blink Lights
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 blink selected Meshtek device on and off to a specified Color and times.
Lights 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 off your selected Meshtek device.
Lights On
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 selected Meshtek device to the chosen default lighting setting.
Set Color
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 or change selected Meshtek device to a specified color.
Any new post on LifeHacker
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 whenever there is a new post on LifeHacker.
Apply Effect
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 a selected effect to selected Meshtek device.
Apply Effect - Advance
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 a selected effect to selected Meshtek device.
Apply Static Preset
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 a Static effect to selected Meshtek device.
Apply White
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 white to selected Meshtek device.
Blink Lights
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 blink selected Meshtek device on and off to a specified Color and times.
Lights 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 off your selected Meshtek device.
Lights On
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 selected Meshtek device to the chosen default lighting setting.
Set Color
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 or change selected Meshtek device to a specified color.
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About LifeHacker
Lifehacker.com is a website that primarily focuses on providing its users with essential tips and tricks that make everyday life easier. Launched in January 2005, Lifehacker has become a popular destination for anyone looking for practical advice on how to enhance their productivity, organize their living spaces, and stay informed of the latest technology trends.
Lifehacker.com is a website that primarily focuses on providing its users with essential tips and tricks that make everyday life easier. Launched in January 2005, Lifehacker has become a popular destination for anyone looking for practical advice on how to enhance their productivity, organize their living spaces, and stay informed of the latest technology trends.
About MeshTek
The smartest lights on the planet are even smarter when used with IFTTT. Control your Meshtek device with your voice, trigger notifications, and automate your lighting to suit your fancy. Explore the possibilities and give life to light with Meshtek devices.
Note: the Meshtek mobile app must be active and within range of your Meshtek device in order to execute IFTTT actions.
The smartest lights on the planet are even smarter when used with IFTTT. Control your Meshtek device with your voice, trigger notifications, and automate your lighting to suit your fancy. Explore the possibilities and give life to light with Meshtek devices. Note: the Meshtek mobile app must be active and within range of your Meshtek device in order to execute IFTTT actions.