Summary:
This article explains how to control your device as part of a group, enabling simultaneous control with multiple devices for smoother, more coordinated management.
Introduction:
| Group device control lets you control multiple connected devices with a single action, making management easier and improving the user experience. Here is an example comparing individual control and group control: | ||
Did you know?
In a group, you can combine different brands or models of similar devices. However, devices without the required features will not respond to specific commands.
Procedure for creating a device group:
Step 01
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To create a device group in the Enki app, follow these steps: 01 - Click the "+" button on the right side of the screen. 02 - Select "Create a group" from the menu. 03 - In the "Create a group" menu, select the type of device to group:
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Step 02
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04 - After choosing the device type, check the devices you want to group.
05 - Click "Next". 06 - Choose whether the devices in the group should be hidden in the "Home" menu. This option can be changed later.
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: Device not selected, not included in the group and not controllable through it.
: Device selected, included in and controllable through the group.How do you show your hidden devices again?
Go to the group settings to enable device visibility through “Organize my home” in the settings icon on the “Home” screen, or delete the group to make the devices visible.
Step 03
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07 - Click "Group name" to display the keyboard. 08 - Enter your group name. 09 - Click "✔" in the bottom-right corner to confirm and close the keyboard. 10 - Click the circle at the end of the row for the room where you want to place your group:
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It is essential to give your group a clear name so you can easily identify its function and find it on the home page.
Step 04
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11 - Click the "Save" button at the bottom of the screen to save your device group. 12 - You will access the "Home" screen with two possible configurations:
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How to control a device group:
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Control from the "Home" screen
Control from the "Home" screen
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On the home page, you can:
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Did you know?
You can access advanced options from the “Home” screen. Follow the instructions below.
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To access the advanced options on the “Home” page for your device group, press and hold the tile. A drop-down menu will appear with the following options:
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Control from the control page
Control from the control page:
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To manage your device group, briefly tap the corresponding tile on the “Home” screen of the Enki app. You will then be taken to the management page, where you can use the main functions of your device group:
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To control your device group on the control screen, you can:
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Did you know?
Your device group lets you create automations. Let's take a closer look at this feature.
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Your device group supports the following feature:
To better understand this feature, see the detailed article on your device's product page here: Inspire fan product sheets. |
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At the bottom of your control window, you can see exactly which device will be affected by your group commands, providing a clear view of the devices concerned. By clicking the device, you can access its individual control page for standalone management. Individual control is explained in the following article, available on your device's product page: How does control work for my Inspire connected fan? |
Options available on the settings page
Options available on the settings page:
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To access your device group settings, click the gear icon You will be redirected to the settings page in the Enki app, where you can:
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in the top-right corner of the control page.
Things to know about your device:
Can I add my group to a scenario?
No, a group can only be used through the "Home" menu in the Enki app.
Can I control my group by voice?
No, only individual devices are compatible with voice assistants. You can create a group in your voice assistant's app for grouped voice control.
Can I schedule my device group?
Depending on the group, scheduling may be available on the control page through the “Schedules” tile.
Can I rename a group?
Yes, through the group settings page by clicking “Name.”
Can I add or remove devices from a group?
Yes, from the group settings page, in the device list.
Can I delete a group without deleting the devices?
Yes, deleting a group does not delete the devices, which remain individually controllable.
How do I make my devices visible or invisible in a group?
Use the “Hide devices” slider in the group settings. Other methods are also available.
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To show or hide your devices:
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My devices are invisible. What happens if I delete my group?
Deleting a group removes it from the "Home" screen and makes the devices hidden because of that group visible again.
What is the maximum number of devices in a group?
There is no limit to the number of devices in a group, but the more devices you control simultaneously, the more the signal may be disrupted, especially depending on the environment.
Does the group work if my Enki hub is offline?
Wi-Fi devices continue to work, but devices connected to the Enki hub can no longer be controlled.
Can I create a group with different types of devices (shutters and lights)?
Yes for lights and outlets, or shutters, gates, and garages, but not for mixing light bulbs and shutters.
Why is one of the devices in my group no longer responding?
No signal or device unreachable. Test it individually. If it works, the group may be disrupting the signal. Otherwise, check the device (power supply, connection).
Can I duplicate a group?
No, duplication is not possible, but you can manually create a similar group.
How does it work when devices with different capabilities are in a group?
The group page displays the options of the most advanced device. Devices with fewer capabilities do not execute incompatible commands.
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If you have difficulty creating or using your group despite our tutorial, contact our technical support team and provide the following information:
The more details you provide, the better our technicians will be able to help you. |