How to Set up home automations

Create an automation 1

Tap Automation in the bottom bar of the Home app. The first time you do this there’s only one thing you can do: tap the “Create new Automation” button. You’ll then be shown a list of possible trigger conditions.

Pick a trigger type 2

An automation can be triggered by your arrival at, or departure from, a place; a time of day; when your actions change a device’s status, such as opening a door or turning off a light; or when a sensor detects, for example, smoke.

Auto mate by locatio n 3

Choose location and you’ll see a map with your position marked, above which are locations you’ve searched for in the past, plus a search bar to look up a new place. Pick a place, then tap either When I Arrive or When I Leave.