Start an automation from a widget

Automations created in Hue Essentials can be started from a widget on your phone.

First you need to create an automation with an External event and save it. Configure the conditions and actions however you want. See for more information: Automation that can be triggered externally

Now create a widget.

Android

The 1x1 action widget can start an automation. See for more information: How can I add widgets to my Home screen?

iOS & iPadOS

On Apple devices you can use a Siri Shortcuts widget to start an automation. See for more information: How do I use Siri Shortcuts?