I have Christmas lights using a smart outlet plug. I have it scheduled to switch on at 6PM but cannot find a way to have it switched off at a certain time. The closest thing I can see is an option to 'turn off' after certain hours but the maximum 4 hours isn't long enough. Is there a way to select an off time?
Hello erahi,
It sounds like you would like help setting your smart outlet plug to automatically turn off at a certain time of day or after a certain amount of hours have passed. We'd like to give you some information that may help.
If the options you're getting for that accessory in the Home app aren't sufficient, you can try creating an automation instead. Here's information on how to do that: Create home automations with the Home app.
The manufacturer of the accessory may also offer their own app that could include additional settings that may be more to your liking.
Thanks for using Apple Support Communities.
Take care.
Hello erahi,
It sounds like you would like help setting your smart outlet plug to automatically turn off at a certain time of day or after a certain amount of hours have passed. We'd like to give you some information that may help.
If the options you're getting for that accessory in the Home app aren't sufficient, you can try creating an automation instead. Here's information on how to do that: Create home automations with the Home app.
The manufacturer of the accessory may also offer their own app that could include additional settings that may be more to your liking.
Thanks for using Apple Support Communities.
Take care.
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