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How to Dynamically Change the Label of a Virtual Thermostat in Google Home Playground?

I'm currently working with a virtual thermostat device in the Google Home Playground(https://developers.google.com/assistant/smarthome/develop/playground). My goal is to dynamically change the display label of the thermostat (currently set to 'Indoor') based on certain conditions or settings.

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Context:

  • The thermostat is a virtual device from the Google Home Playground.
  • I am not using any physical devices or third-party apps.
  • My objective is to have the 'Indoor' label change depending on specific settings or states.
  • There are no issues with the current functionality; this is intended as an enhancement.

Questions:

  1. Is it possible to dynamically change the label of a virtual thermostat in the Google Home Playground? If so, how can this be achieved?

What I have tried: I've explored the standard device types and traits in the Google Smart Home documentation but found no clear method for implementing dynamic label changes in the Playground environment.

Specific Concerns:

  • Understanding the limitations of the Google Home Playground regarding dynamic UI changes.
  • Insights into how such changes are managed in a fully implemented smart home action, outside of the Playground environment.

I appreciate any guidance or references that can point me in the right direction. Thank you!

Solution

  • The 'indoor' label is hardcoded value and cannot be dynamically changed based on specific settings or states whether on a virtual or physical Nest Thermostat. It refers to the indoor temperature settings.