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Create your own LifeHacker and WeMo Humidifier 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.
13 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.
Current fan mode changes
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 every time your humidifier is changed to your specified fan mode (Max, High, Medium, Low, Min, Off).
Filter life drops below threshold
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 every time the filter life of your humidifier drops below your specified filter life percentage.
Humidity level drops below threshold
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 every time the humidity level of the room your humidifier is in drops below your specified humidity level.
Humidity level rises above threshold
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 every time the humidity level of the room your humidifier is in rises above a specified humidity level.
Water level is low
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 every time the water in your humidifier needs to be refilled.
History of fan mode changes
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 your humidifier was changed to your specified fan mode (Max, High, Medium, Low, Min, Off).
History of humidity level rises above threshold
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 the humidity level of the room your humidifier was in rises above a specified humidity level. Note: this query will only return future events after this Applet is created.
History of recent low water level alerts
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 the water in your humidifier needed to be refilled.
History of when Filter life dropped below a threshold
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 the filter life of your humidifier dropped below your specified filter life percentage. Note: this query will only return future events after this Applet is created.
History of when humidity level dropped below a threshold
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 the humidity level of the room with your humidifier in dropped below your specified humidity level. Note: this query will only return future events after this Applet is created.
Adjust fan 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 adjust your humidifier to your specified fan mode (Max, High, Medium, Low, Min, Off).
Set humidity level
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 set your humidifier’s humidity target level to the percentage you specify. (45%, 50%, 55%, 60%, Max%).
Adjust fan 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 adjust your humidifier to your specified fan mode (Max, High, Medium, Low, Min, Off).
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.
Current fan mode changes
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 every time your humidifier is changed to your specified fan mode (Max, High, Medium, Low, Min, Off).
Filter life drops below threshold
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 every time the filter life of your humidifier drops below your specified filter life percentage.
History of fan mode changes
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 your humidifier was changed to your specified fan mode (Max, High, Medium, Low, Min, Off).
History of humidity level rises above threshold
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 the humidity level of the room your humidifier was in rises above a specified humidity level. Note: this query will only return future events after this Applet is created.
History of recent low water level alerts
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 the water in your humidifier needed to be refilled.
History of when Filter life dropped below a threshold
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 the filter life of your humidifier dropped below your specified filter life percentage. Note: this query will only return future events after this Applet is created.
History of when humidity level dropped below a threshold
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 the humidity level of the room with your humidifier in dropped below your specified humidity level. Note: this query will only return future events after this Applet is created.
Humidity level drops below threshold
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 every time the humidity level of the room your humidifier is in drops below your specified humidity level.
Humidity level rises above threshold
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 every time the humidity level of the room your humidifier is in rises above a specified humidity level.
Set humidity level
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 set your humidifier’s humidity target level to the percentage you specify. (45%, 50%, 55%, 60%, Max%).
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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 WeMo Humidifier
Belkin’s WeMo system is home automation made easy. The Holmes Smart Humidifier manages and maintains your home's humidity while you are at work, running errands, or even while on vacation.
Belkin’s WeMo system is home automation made easy. The Holmes Smart Humidifier manages and maintains your home's humidity while you are at work, running errands, or even while on vacation.