Overview of Samsung SmartThings Motion Sensor
Last Update date : Nov 20. 2020
Motion Sensor
• Receive an alert if there's unexpected movement in your home
• Receive an alert if children access dangerous or off-limit areas
• Set connected lights, speakers, and cameras to turn on or off when motion is detected, or when the temperature changes
• And much more
Please note: Requires a Connect Home
Turn on a light when motion is detected
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On the home screen, tap on the Menu icon (three vertical bars on the left)
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Tap Automations
![Tap Automations]()
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Tap + icon
![Tap + icon]()
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Add one of the recommended or create a custom automation
![Add one of the recommended or create a custom automation]()
Create a Custom Automation
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Tap + icon under IF column to add Conditions
a. Based on a device status
![Add Conditions]()
![Based on a device status]()
a. Based on a device status
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Choose the Motion Sensor
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Tap Motion Sensor
![Tap Motion sensor]()
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Tap Motion detected > Next
![Tap Motion detected]()
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Tap the + icon under THEN column
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Choose your Light
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Tap On (Set dimmer level and color if applicable)
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Tap Done twice, then Save to save the Automation
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