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Linkstyle App Guide: Location Management

Jan 16, 2025 Posted by: Linkstyle.Life
Linkstyle App Guide: Location Management
Location Management, also referred to as Home Settings in the Linkstyle App, allows users to create, edit, and manage multiple locations or homes where Linkstyle devices are installed. This guide walks you through the various features accessible under the Location Management menu.

Accessing Location Management

  1. Open the Linkstyle App.
  2. Navigate to the Account Menu.
  3. Tap on Location Management (Home Settings).

Main Location Management Page

The main page displays an overview of your current home setup, including:
  • Home Name: Displays the name of your current home or location.
  • Room Management: Shows the number of rooms in the home.
  • Location: Enables you to set or edit the geographical location of the home.
  • Manage Permissions: Allows you to manage user roles and access rights.
  • Home Members: Lists all members linked to the home and their roles.
  • Delete Home: Removes the home and its associated data.

Home Name

  1. Tap on Home Name to edit the name of the home.
  2. Enter a new name in the text field.
  3. Tap Save to confirm the changes.

Room Management

  1. Tap on Room Management to view or manage rooms within the home.
  1. Select a room to view or edit its associated devices.
  1. Add or delete rooms as needed.

Location

  1. Tap on Location to set or update the geographical location of the home.
  2. Use the map interface to pin the exact location of your home.
  3. Tap OK to save the location settings.

Manage Permissions

  1. Tap on Manage Permissions to assign or update roles for users.
  2. Role Options:
    • Administrator: Can manage devices, rooms, and settings.
    • Common Member: Limited to device usage and basic settings.
  1. Transfer ownership to another member if required.

Adding or Managing Home Members

  1. Scroll to the Home Member section.
  2. Tap Add Member to invite new members by their Linkstyle app account email.
  3. View or edit roles for existing members by tapping on their profile.

Deleting a Home

  1. Scroll to the bottom of the Location Management page.
  2. Tap on Delete Home.
  3. Confirm the action by following the on-screen prompts.
Note: Deleting a home will remove all associated data, including devices and rooms.
By efficiently using the Location Management feature in the Linkstyle App, you can ensure your smart devices are well-organized and accessible to all necessary users.

 

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.