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How to Set RGB Lights to turn on Automatically with my home auto system?

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I'm trying to figure out how to have my RGB light strips power up as soon as I turn on my home automation system. It's a bit annoying having to grab a separate controller each time just to get the lights going. is there an easy way to link them up to the system so they turn on without any extra steps? Any advice would be lovely ro hear
 
I've got a couple RGB strips myself and honestly, having to fumble for a remote every time just kills the vibe, it's the little things, right? you might want to look into using a smart plug or a Wi-Fi enabled rgb controller that integrates with your home automation setup, that way, the system handles power up with everything else no extra steps, no extra thoughts. Just a soft glow when you need it
 
I'm trying to figure out how to have my RGB light strips power up as soon as I turn on my home automation system. It's a bit annoying having to grab a separate controller each time just to get the lights going. is there an easy way to link them up to the system so they turn on without any extra steps? Any advice would be lovely ro hear
I would suggest using the tp link kasa smart plug and adding it to your home automation platform, and just set an automation or routine to turn on when your system boots up.
 
I'm trying to figure out how to have my RGB light strips power up as soon as I turn on my home automation system. It's a bit annoying having to grab a separate controller each time just to get the lights going. is there an easy way to link them up to the system so they turn on without any extra steps? Any advice would be lovely ro hear
Yeah, you can either grab a smart controller for your system or go with a smart plug if your strips can remember their last setting. I did that, and it's working really well.
 
I'm trying to figure out how to have my RGB light strips power up as soon as I turn on my home automation system. It's a bit annoying having to grab a separate controller each time just to get the lights going. is there an easy way to link them up to the system so they turn on without any extra steps? Any advice would be lovely ro hear
Yes, if your strips maintain their previous state, plug them into a smart plug and set your automation system to activate them. If not, switch to a smart RGB controller that integrates with your system (such as Govee, WLED, or Tuya). Clean, no additional remote controls are required.
 
Exactly. Smart plugs are designed to work with stateful strips, whereas smart controllers are better suited for non-stateful ones. Both options help get rid of those pesky extra remotes
 
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