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Control SwitchBot Blind Tilt with Alexa using Node-RED

The SwitchBot Blind Tilt is a retrofit motor that attaches to existing horizontal blinds to automate tilt control. It connects via Bluetooth and can use the SwitchBot Hub Mini for WiFi and cloud access, supporting scheduled and light-sensor-based automation.

Device Overview

SwitchBot Blind Tilt

The SwitchBot Blind Tilt is a retrofit motor that attaches to existing horizontal blinds to automate tilt control. It connects via Bluetooth and can use the SwitchBot Hub Mini for WiFi and cloud access, supporting scheduled and light-sensor-based automation.

Manufacturer: SwitchBot
Category: Blind
Protocols: Bluetooth, WiFi

Node-RED Integration

Recommended protocol: WiFi via SwitchBot cloud API via Hub Mini

node-red-contrib-switchbot

Medium

Controls SwitchBot devices via the SwitchBot cloud API. Requires a SwitchBot Hub Mini for remote access.

npm i node-red-contrib-switchbot

HTTP request node (built-in)

Medium

Use the SwitchBot API v1.1 directly for blind tilt control and status monitoring.

Alexa Voice Commands

This device appears as a Blind in Alexa.

  • Alexa, open the [device name]
  • Alexa, close the [device name]
  • Alexa, set [device name] to 50 percent

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Quick Info

Manufacturer
SwitchBot
Category
blind
Protocols
Bluetooth, WiFi
Alexa Device Type
Blind

Voice Command Reference

All Blind voice commands →

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