Create Scripts in Home Assistant

A script is a sequence of actions that takes place when the script is activated. When turned on, they run through their sequence of actions, then turn themselves off. 

Create a Script

1. Navigate to the Script Editor.
   • Configuration -> Scripts
2. Click +Add Script on the bottom right-hand corner of the screen.

3. Give your script a name.
4. Add an icon. Icons can be found https://materialdesignicons.com/ and https://mdi.bessarabov.com/.
5. Add actions. You can add as many as you want.
   • This example will turn off two devices, and each device/entity and action is added separately.
   • Remember to save your changes!

Execute Your Script

1. You can test your new script from the Script Editor window by pressing the play button.
2. If it doesn’t work the way you want it to you can always make changes.

Add Scripts to the Lovelace UI

1. Open the Edit Dashboard settings, in the top right-hand corner of the screen.
   • Click the +Add Card in the bottom right-hand corner to add a new card.

2. Scripts work well in Entities cards when you’re getting used to how things work.
3. Title the card, add your script, and save your changes.

4. After you save your changes, you will see your new Scripts card.
5. Exit the editing mode when you are finished making changes.

Conclusion

Scripts are easy to build and add a lot of functionality to your smart home.