Home Assistant 101: When to Use Automations, Scripts, Scenes, and Groups

Confused about Automations, Scripts, Scenes, and Groups in Home Assistant?

You're not alone! These powerful tools can be overwhelming for new users. In this video, we break down the differences between these entity types so you can choose the right tool for the job.

I'll cover:

What is an automation and when should you use one?
How do scripts differ from automations?
What are groups and how do they compare to scenes?
Real-world examples to illustrate each concept
By the end of this video, you'll have a better understanding of these core Home Assistant features and be able to create more complex and efficient routines for your automated home.

Chapter Links:
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00:00 Intro
01:10 Automations and Scripts
07:08 Groups and Scenes


Additional Information and Links:
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Home Assistant Automation Documentation: https://www.home-assistant.io/docs/au...
Home Assistant Script Documentation: https://www.home-assistant.io/integra...
Home Assistant Group Documentation: https://www.home-assistant.io/integra...
Home Assistant Scene Documentation: https://www.home-assistant.io/docs/sc...
Custom Button Card: https://github.com/custom-cards/butto...

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