To connect Motionblinds to Amazon Alexa, you need a compatible bridge and the Motionblinds skill enabled. You can then control your shades with voice commands or include them in routines.
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- This article explains how to connect Motionblinds to Amazon Alexa. It describes the setup process and how to control smart shades with voice commands and routines.
What you need to know
- Alexa compatibility: Motionblinds can be controlled via Amazon Alexa when connected through a compatible bridge. A direct Bluetooth connection is not sufficient.
- Bridge requirement: A Motionblinds Wi-Fi Bridge or a compatible smart home bridge is required for a cloud connection to Alexa.
- Skill activation: Users must enable the Motionblinds skill in the Alexa app and link their account to discover devices.
- Voice control: Shades can be opened, closed or set to a specific percentage using voice commands through Alexa-enabled devices.
- Routine support: Shades can be included in Alexa routines for automation alongside other smart home devices.
Key takeaways
- Connecting Motionblinds to Amazon Alexa requires a compatible bridge and skill activation. Once connected, shades can be controlled by voice or included in routines.
- This setup is suitable for users who rely on the Alexa ecosystem and want centralised voice control of their smart home.
Motionblinds can be connected to Amazon Alexa. Follow these step-by-step instructions.
Set up your Amazon Alexa
- Select “Skills & Games” from the main Amazon Alexa menu.
- Search for the Motionblinds app and click on it.
- Click “Enable to Use”.
- To install the Motionblinds skill, you need to sign in with your Motionblinds account. Enter the email address and password you use for the Motionblinds app.
- A message will appear if the connection between Alexa and Motionblinds has been established successfully.
- Click “Discover Devices” and Alexa will start searching for the shades added to the Motionblinds app.
- Alexa displays all shades connected to the Motionblinds app in the Devices section of the Alexa app.
- Alexa displays all preset scenes from your Motionblinds app in the Scenes section of the Alexa app.
Source: Motionblinds
