Asked by: Melodia Tschischka
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Can Alexa control curtains?

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Introduction: Amazon Echo Controlled Curtains
This instructable explains how to integrate an electric curtain rail, a Raspberry Pi and an Amazon Echo, so that you can ask Alexa to open the curtains. Once completed, you should be able to say: 'Alexa, ask the curtains to open' and 'Alexa, ask the curtains to close'.


Herein, can Alexa control my blinds?

Pair Your Smart Home with Amazon Alexa It is now possible to connect your Neo Smart Hub controlled blinds or shades to your Amazon Echo, Echo Dot, and Echo Show devices.

Also, what are smart blinds? Updated May 08, 2019. Smart blinds are window coverings that include built-in motors that let you add remote raising or lowering capabilities based on schedules. These blinds are also called automatic blinds, smart shades, or automated blinds.

Also to know is, how do I control Somfy with Alexa?

To set up Alexa voice command, click on the plus sign next to “When this happens” and select Voice. Enter your wake phrase. Now let's add the action, in our case the Somfy powered shades. To do that, first click on Smart Home and choose from the menu to control a device, group or a scene.

Is somfy compatible with Alexa?

Somfy-powered Products Are Now Compatible with Amazon Alexa. With natural speech you can now enjoy the comfort, convenience, privacy, and energy saving benefits of Somfy products. Somfy's new Alexa skill allows for control of all Radio Technology Somfy® (RTS) motorized products controlled by the myLink app.

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How do you get curtains to open and close?

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  2. Pin one end of a 20-foot piece of drapery cord to the middle of each center edge.
  3. Drape the cord away from the center, toward the curtain rod.
  4. Pin the cord to the top of the drape at the desired position.

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How do you use eyelet rings for curtains?

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Kamal Vidorreta

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Are motorized blinds worth it?

Motorized blinds are one of the most modern window treatments on the market. Even though they may have a higher price tag than other types of blinds, motorized blinds are worth the cost because they offer many different advantages that no other window treatment can offer.

Amran Gozalo

Pundit

Are there smart blinds?

You can buy motorized smart blinds, or you can retrofit your current window treatments and turn them into smart shades. Many of the smart blind systems on the market are compatible with either Amazon Alexa, Google Home, or Apple HomeKit. Smart blinds come in more than just vinyl—you can get smart shades, too.

Romy Albisu

Pundit

Can existing blinds be motorized?

Adding Motorization to Existing Blinds or Shades. We are often asked if it would be possible to add motorization to existing blinds or shades. In short the answer is usually, yes. Of course, this will depend on the brand, age and condition of the blind or shade.

Cuiying Scaglia

Teacher

What can Alexa control?

Alexa can be used to control light bulbs, on/off switches, dimmer switches, thermostats, locks, and Routines configured with SmartThings. Alexa can also check the status of motion and contact sensors. Note: For security reasons, Alexa will only support Routines with lighting, switch, and thermostat devices.

Helios Ingensiep

Teacher

How much are remote control blinds?

Typically you'll pay a lot more for a motorized shade (pricing depends on the size/fabric), but I would expect in the $300 to $1000 range. These companies install 1000's of motorized blinds in high end homes and offices, and typically provide an excellent service experience.

Libbie Minnubaev

Teacher

Do Bali motorized blinds work with Alexa?

Bali Shades
Most motorized shades will require a home automation hub, such as Wink 2, in order to connect to Amazon Alexa or other voice activation systems. The Wink app shown here can support multiple motorized shade products through the Z-Wave network protocol.

Mircea Toiran

Reviewer

Can I make my blinds electric?

The Ver. 2 Brunt Blind Engine is the improved version of the Blind Engine that transforms your standard home blinds into smart electric blinds. With the Ver. 2 Blind Engine, you can easily motorize your blinds.

Jandira Yam

Reviewer

What are Lutron shades?

Lutron shading systems diffuse light and prevent glare from washing out a computer or television screen. Shading systems also protect furniture, fine art, rugs, and even wood surfaces, from the sun's damaging UV rays.

Esosa Sarrigoitia

Reviewer

How do I activate a scene with Alexa?

How do I use Alexa Scenes? Most connected home gadgets have a way to do things automatically or based on specific conditions.

How to discover Scenes
  1. Open your Alexa App.
  2. Tap on the Menu button.
  3. Tap Smart Home in the Menu.
  4. Tap Scenes.
  5. Tap Discover.

Fayssal Rensc

Reviewer

How do you get Alexa to do a routine?

To create a Routine in the Alexa app on your mobile device:
  1. Go to the menu and select Routines.
  2. Select the + icon in the top right corner.
  3. Select When This Happens, and then choose how to trigger the Routine.
  4. Select Add action, and then choose which action it completes.

Nordine Caballol

Supporter

How do I connect TaHoma to Alexa?

Description. With the TaHoma By Somfy skill and Alexa, you can now interact with your TaHoma by voice. To get started, select the 'Enable Skill' button in the Alexa App to link your Somfy account and discover your scenes.

Arlie Duggan

Supporter

How do I connect Bali blinds to Alexa?

Part 2:
  1. Go to My Devices, then click on the device name for the shade.
  2. Click on Edit, and under device type, choose Z-wave Shade (Might be on the very bottom) and save.
  3. Now once you do that on all the shades, you will need to get Alexa to search for new devices again or they might not show up.
  4. Enjoy!

Rae Staercke

Supporter

What is somfy myLink?

The Somfy myLink™ is a simple device that turns your smartphone or tablet into a sophisticated remote control for motorized products featuring Radio Technology Somfy®.

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