How to create Smart Action (Automation or Shortcut) on Tapo app
Recent updates may have expanded access to feature(s) discussed in this FAQ. Visit your product's support page, select the correct hardware version for your device and check either the Datasheet or the firmware section for the latest improvements added to your product.
What are Tapo Smart Actions?
Shortcuts
Shortcut lets you perform an action with a simple tap. For example, when you are ready for bed, you can turn off your Tapo devices and dim the lights with one action.
Automation
Automation allows you to use smart devices or Time as a trigger to control other devices or run a shortcut/automation task. For example, you might want to turn the lights on a few minutes before you get home from work every weekday.
Trigger List
*Triggers may vary by product models and Tapo Care plans. More devices will be supported soon.
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Trigger* (When) |
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Time of Day |
At Sunrise |
Offset（±5h59min） |
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At Sunset |
Offset（±5h59min） |
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At Specific Time |
00:00 ~ 23:59 |
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Arrive/Leave |
Arrive |
When the phone/tablet arrives at a specific area |
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Leave |
When the phone/tablet leaves a specific area |
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Device Status Change |
Plug/Lighting |
Turn On |
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Turn Off |
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Turn On/Off |
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Switch/Fan Switch |
Turn On |
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Turn Off |
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Dimmer Switch |
Single Tap |
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Double Tap |
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Rotate Clockwise |
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Rotate Anticlockwise |
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Camera |
Motion Detected |
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Person Detected |
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Baby Crying Detected |
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Pet Detected |
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Area Intrusion Detected |
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Line Crossing Detected |
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Camera Tampering Detected |
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... |
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Doorbell |
Doorbell Is Pressed |
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Hub |
Ring |
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Water Leak Sensor |
Water Leak Detected |
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Water Leak Solved |
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Motion Sensor |
Motion Detected |
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No Motion Detected for a Set Time |
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Contact Sensor |
Open |
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Close |
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Triggered |
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Kept Open for 1 min |
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Kept Open for a Set Time |
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Temperature and Humidity Sensor |
Temperature over X |
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Temperature below X |
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Humidity over X |
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Humidity below X |
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Action List
*Actions may vary by product models. More devices will be supported soon.
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Action* (Then) |
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Control One Device |
Tapo Hub |
Become Silent |
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Ring |
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Basic Plug/Switch |
Turn On |
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Turn Off |
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Turn On/Off |
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Remain on for a set time |
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Fan Switch |
Turn On |
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Turn Off |
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Turn On/Off |
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Turn on to specified level |
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Remain on for a set time |
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Speed level + |
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Speed level - |
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Set to sleep mode |
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Dimmer Switch/ |
Turn On |
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Turn Off |
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Turn On/Off |
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Turn on and customize lighting |
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Remain on for a set time |
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Brightness + |
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Brightness - |
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Multicolor Lighting |
Turn On |
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Turn Off |
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Turn On/Off |
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Turn on and customize lighting |
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Remain on for a set time |
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Brightness + |
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Brightness - |
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Color Temperature + |
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Color Temperature - |
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Random Color |
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Smart Camera |
Enable Privacy Mode |
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Disable Privacy Mode |
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Enable/Disable Privacy Mode |
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Play Sound (Default or Custom) * |
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Enable Motion Tracking* |
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Disable Motion Tracking* |
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Enable/Disable Motion Tracking* |
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Rotate to Marked Position* |
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Turn On Patrol Mode* |
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Turn Off Patrol Mode* |
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Turn On/Off Patrol Mode* |
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Smart Floodlight Camera Lighting Control (Vary by models) |
Turn On* |
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Turn Off* |
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Turn on/Off* |
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Turn on and customize lighting* |
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Remain on for a set time* |
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Brightness +* |
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Brightness -* |
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Robot |
Start Cleaning |
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Head home |
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Group |
Turn On |
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Turn Off |
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Turn On/Off |
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Remain on for a set time |
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Control Multiple Devices |
Turn Off |
Turn on multiple devices at the same time |
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Turn Off |
Turn off multiple devices at the same time |
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Run Shortcut |
Run the shortcuts you've set up |
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Enable/Disable Automation |
Enable or disable the Automations you've set up |
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Send Me Notifications |
Enter the message for your notification |
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Delay |
Set a delay between two actions |
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Condition List
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Condition(If) |
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Type/Model |
Device Status |
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Plug/Switch/Lighting |
Device On |
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Device Off |
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Fan Switch |
Device On |
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Device Off |
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Contact Sensor |
Open |
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Close |
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Temperature and humidity sensors /Room Thermostat |
Temperature over X |
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Temperature below X |
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Temperature in a specified range |
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Humidity over X |
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Humidity below X |
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Humidity in a specified range |
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Camera |
Privacy Mode is On |
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Privacy Mode is Off |
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Floodlight is On |
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Floodlight is Off |
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How to Create Smart Actions
Option 1: Edit based on the template
1. Go to the Smart page and you will see the Recommended Smart Actions (Shortcut and Automation).
2. Tap on a template. Select devices according to the app instructions. Then tap Add to save the smart action.
Note: Triggers and Actions vary by models.
Option 2: Create your own actions
1. Go to the Smart page and tap + on the top right to add a Shortcut or an Automation.
2. Customize your smart action.
1) Shortcuts
Tap + to add actions. You can also set the delay action as needed. Then name your shortcut and choose an icon for it. Tap Done to complete.
You can run the shortcut with one tap on Smart > Shortcuts page or on the Home page.
2) Automation
Tap + to add triggers (When) and actions (Then). If you want the device to trigger under specific conditions, you can set the conditions (If).
Note: If there are 2 or more triggers added, any trigger will activate the automation.
Set the Effective Time when the automation will take effect, click Create to save the automation. It will execute when triggered during the effective time.
