Cannot figure out how to combine 2 automations

[dtrott (David Trott)]

@mattlward

For some reason they fit my old brain better that a bunch of tiny automations.

You may want to look into using variables in your scripts, cutting to the chase you can eliminate branching and many automations simply by listing everything in variables, as an example 3 automations handle my lights:

1. Read presence sensors
2. Read buttons (scene switches)
3. Apply scenes

I simply update those automations to add more lights (and add scenes).

Here is an example of doing that:

Best Practices for Setting Up Automations and Scripts in Home Assistant

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