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Linkstyle App Guide: Account Settings

Jan 16, 2025 Posted by: LinkStyle Life
Linkstyle App Guide: Account Settings
The Account Settings tab in the Linkstyle app is a key area where users can manage their profiles, preferences, and integrations with other services. This guide provides an in-depth look at each menu item and functionality available within the Account tab.

Menu Items in the Account Tab

1. Profile Settings

Tapping the area that contains the profile photo, user name, and account email brings up the Profile Settings page.
  • Profile Photo: Change your profile image.
  • Nickname: Set or modify your nickname displayed in the app.
  • Time Zone: Adjust the time zone to match your location for accurate device schedules.

2. Location Management

See this article for details.

3. Camera Settings


  • Camera Management
    • Camera Card Sorting: Rearrange your camera cards by long-pressing and dragging the hamburger menu icons. Tap "Save" when done.
    • Camera Card Selection: Choose which cameras appear on the main screen.

4. Smart Protect Settings

  • Security Mode: Enable or disable the Smart Security panel on the Devices Page
Select "Armed Away", "Disarmed", and "Armed Home" in the Smart Security Panel to quickly toggle the status of the associated smart home security devices.

  • Security Settings:
    • Configure devices to be armed in different modes (e.g., Armed Away, Armed Stay).
    • Set entry/exit delays for armed modes.
Select which smart security devices to manage with the smart security panel. NOTE: some devices may require a Smart Security Hub to work.
  • Emergency Contacts: Add up to five contacts to notify in case of alarms.
  • Voice Disarm Password: Set a voice password to disarm security modes.

5. Third-Party Voice Services

This page leads to instructions for connecting your Linkstyle app with Amazon Alexa and/or Google Assistant.

6. Community

  • Access the user community to exchange tips, ask questions, or report issues.

7. Shop

  • Visit the Linkstyle shop to browse and purchase compatible devices and accessories.

 

Linkstyle App Guide: Room Management

Jan 16, 2025 Posted by: LinkStyle Life
Linkstyle App Guide: Room Management
The Linkstyle app offers an intuitive Room Management feature that allows users to organize their devices efficiently. While the term "room" might suggest a direct representation of physical spaces, the functionality goes beyond that. Rooms in the app can also be used as abstract groups for organizing devices in meaningful ways that best suit your needs.

Physical Room Organization

Room Management can represent specific areas in your home, such as "Living Room," "Bedroom," or "Kitchen." This helps users locate and control devices associated with those spaces quickly. For example, all the smart lights, cameras, or sensors in your living room can be grouped into a single "Living Room" room for easy access and control.

Abstract Grouping for Devices

In addition to physical spaces, Room Management is versatile enough to handle abstract groupings. This means you can create rooms or groups for devices that share a common purpose or function, regardless of their physical location. For instance:
  • Outdoor Devices: A group for smart sprinklers, garden lights, and irrigation controllers.
  • Security Devices: A group for cameras, motion sensors, and smart locks.
  • Energy Monitoring: A group for devices like smart plugs and energy consumption trackers.
By utilizing abstract groupings, you can streamline the management of your smart devices and enhance your control over specific functionalities.

Adding and Managing Devices in Rooms

Using the Room Management feature, you can:
  1. Create New Rooms: Add a new room and name it according to your organizational needs.
  2. Assign Devices to Rooms: Add devices to a room or group by selecting them from your device list.
  3. Reorganize Devices: Move devices between rooms or groups as your needs change.
  4. Rename or Delete Rooms: Update room names or remove rooms that are no longer needed.
This level of customization ensures that Room Management in the Linkstyle app is not only practical but also adaptable to a variety of use cases.

Why Use Room Management?

Room Management provides a clearer and more convenient way to manage your devices. Whether you're organizing by physical space or creating abstract groups for better functionality, this feature helps you:
  • Simplify control by grouping devices logically.
  • Save time when accessing specific devices or performing group actions.
  • Enhance usability of the Linkstyle app by tailoring the experience to your preferences.
With Room Management, you have the flexibility to create an organization system that works best for you, making your smart home experience more efficient and enjoyable.

 

Linkstyle App Guide: Overview, General UI Elements and Navigation

Jan 16, 2025 Posted by: LinkStyle Life
Linkstyle App Guide: Overview, General UI Elements and Navigation

Introduction

The Linkstyle app provides a user-friendly interface to manage your smart home devices, automations, and account settings. This guide explains the general UI elements and navigation based on the app’s main tabs and functionalities.

Main Navigation Tabs

The Linkstyle app is divided into several tabs accessible via the navigation bar at the bottom of the screen:
  1. Devices
  2. DIY
  3. History
  4. Account

Devices Tab

 

The Devices Tab is the central hub for managing and monitoring your smart home devices.
  • Top Bar Features:
    • Location Selector: Allows you to switch between different locations (e.g., "Home", "Office") by tapping the drop-down menu.
    • Add Device (+): Use this button to add new devices to your selected location.
  • Device Overview:
    • You can set shortcuts to frequently-used devices as favorite devices by tapping the "Edit" option in "Protect Devices"
    • All of the devices you have added to a location are displayed in the Devices Tab. Each device card shows the device icon, device name, and relevant device statuses depending on what the specific device is. Offline devices will be specified, and some device cards show basic metrics (such as temperature, moisture, and battery level for the AFRA soil sensor).
    • Tap a device to view detailed settings, including control options and advanced features like schedules or logs.

DIY Tab

The DIY Tab provides tools for setting up automations and routines.
  • Automation Section:
    • View existing automations categorized by name.
    • Toggle automation on or off using the switch on the right.
    • Tap an automation to edit its tasks or triggers.
  • Tap-to-Run Section:
    • Set up quick actions that can be manually triggered.
    • Perfect for tasks like turning multiple devices on or off with a single tap.
  • Community Tips:
    • At the top of the DIY tab is the link to the Linkstyle Community Forum, where you can find helpful tips and support information.

History Tab

 

The History Tab logs notifications, alerts, and device activities for easy reference.
  • Alarm Section:
    • View alerts such as scheduled task failures or device status changes.
    • Details like timestamps and affected devices are included.
    • Messages sent through DIY automation routines will show up in this section.
    • Tap "View" for more information on specific alerts.
  • Bulletin Section:
    • Displays account-related notifications, such as login attempts.
    • Helps ensure your account security and keeps you informed about system changes.
  • Home Section:
    • Provides a chronological log of actions, such as adding or removing devices, and system updates.

Account Tab

  1. Account Tab
The Account Tab contains user profile settings and app configuration options.
  • User Profile:
    • View your profile picture, email address, and account details.
    • Access settings for cloud storage and linked services.
  • Basic Services:
    • Manage features like location settings, camera configurations, and smart protection.
  • Additional Features:
    • Access third-party voice services (e.g., Alexa, Google Assistant).
    • Explore community resources, shop for devices, and view app version information.

See this article for details.

Additional Tips

  • Switching Locations: Tap the location selector in the Devices Tab to seamlessly switch between multiple homes or areas. See this article for details.
  • Real-Time Updates: Keep an eye on device status and notifications for real-time insights into your smart home.
  • Editing Automations: Use the DIY Tab to fine-tune or create new routines to suit your needs. See this article for details.
With these features and tools, the Linkstyle app makes it easy to manage your smart home devices and automations efficiently.
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