--- title: "How to set up an \"IF-DO\" Automation" description: Please see an example below on how to set up an IF-DO Automation This example is using a "Magic Button" as the Trigger however the Trigger could be any device on your app. Step 1 – Add an If Do Automa --- [Skip to content](https://support.lightwaverf.com/knowledge/how-to-set-up-an-if-do-automation-0#main-content) Open main navigation Close main navigation How can we help you? - There are no suggestions because the search field is empty. 1. [Help Center](https://support.lightwaverf.com/knowledge?hsLang=en) 2. [App Guidance & Automations](https://support.lightwaverf.com/knowledge/app-guidance-automations?hsLang=en) 3. [Automations](https://support.lightwaverf.com/knowledge/app-guidance-automations?hsLang=en#automations) # How to set up an "IF-DO" Automation The Lightwave Smart Home app allows users to set up automations that trigger specific actions based on a chosen condition. The “If-Do” automation lets you link devices, so one device’s activity automatically controls another — perfect for creating smart routines like switching on a lamp when a main light turns on. --- ### 🔧 Steps to Create an “If-Do” Automation #### 1. **Open the Lightwave App** Launch the Lightwave app on your smartphone. #### 2. **Tap the Green ‘+’ Button** At the bottom center of the screen, tap the **green '+' button**. ![](https://support.lightwaverf.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Untitled%20design%20(39)-png.png?width=254&height=549&name=Untitled%20design%20(39)-png.png) #### 3. **Choose Automation Type** From the menu, select **“Automations”**, then tap **“If-Do”** from the list of automation types. ![](https://support.lightwaverf.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Untitled%20design%20(40)-png.png?width=254&height=550&name=Untitled%20design%20(40)-png.png)![](https://support.lightwaverf.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Untitled%20design%20(41)-png.png?width=254&height=550&name=Untitled%20design%20(41)-png.png) #### 4. **Select Your Trigger (If)** - Tap **“Add Trigger”**. ![](https://support.lightwaverf.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Untitled%20design%20(42)-png.png?width=254&height=550&name=Untitled%20design%20(42)-png.png) - **Find the relevant room**, select the device you want to use as the **trigger**, and then choose the condition (e.g., “Switch is ON”). ![](https://support.lightwaverf.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Image%20(30)-jpeg.jpeg?width=254&height=550&name=Image%20(30)-jpeg.jpeg)![](https://support.lightwaverf.com/hs-fs/hubfs/undefined-May-13-2025-03-54-12-7147-PM.png?width=254&height=550&name=undefined-May-13-2025-03-54-12-7147-PM.png) - Tap **“Done”** in the top right corner. ![](https://support.lightwaverf.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Untitled%20design%20(43)-png.png?width=254&height=550&name=Untitled%20design%20(43)-png.png) #### 5. **Select Your Action (Do)** - Tap **“Add Action”**. ![](https://support.lightwaverf.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Untitled%20design%20(44)-png.png?width=254&height=549&name=Untitled%20design%20(44)-png.png) - **Find the room** containing the device you want to control. ![](https://support.lightwaverf.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Image%20(32)-jpeg.jpeg?width=254&height=550&name=Image%20(32)-jpeg.jpeg) - Select the device, choose the desired **action** (e.g., turn switch ON), and tap **“Done”**. ![](https://support.lightwaverf.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Image%20(33)-jpeg.jpeg?width=254&height=550&name=Image%20(33)-jpeg.jpeg) #### 6. **(Optional) Add Time/Day Restrictions** Tap **“Time and Day”** to limit when this automation runs: - Add a specific **time** **![](https://support.lightwaverf.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Image%20(36)-jpeg-1.jpeg?width=254&height=550&name=Image%20(36)-jpeg-1.jpeg)** - Choose applicable **days of the week** #### 7. **Review & Name Your Automation** Provide a name for the automation (e.g., “Lamp On with Main Light”), or leave it blank to auto-generate. Check that the trigger and action settings are correct. ![](https://support.lightwaverf.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Image%20(37)-jpeg.jpeg?width=254&height=550&name=Image%20(37)-jpeg.jpeg) #### 8. **Finalise and Activate** Make sure the **Active toggle** is turned on. You can also enable **Push Notifications** if desired. 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