From 4aad8cb1ff6fb0cc3cd42a197516c1862ac72c9f Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: Bram Date: Thu, 26 Dec 2024 10:16:28 +0100 Subject: [PATCH] chore: add note about auto mode in the docs --- .../sensor-types/group/tracked-untracked.md | 16 ++++++++++++++++ 1 file changed, 16 insertions(+) diff --git a/docs/source/sensor-types/group/tracked-untracked.md b/docs/source/sensor-types/group/tracked-untracked.md index 9a2ee9a9d..8875e9e3b 100644 --- a/docs/source/sensor-types/group/tracked-untracked.md +++ b/docs/source/sensor-types/group/tracked-untracked.md @@ -29,3 +29,19 @@ Select `Group` -> `Tracked/Untracked` and follow the instructions. !!! note Powercalc will only allow a single instance of this group in your installation + +## Auto mode + +The `Tracked/Untracked` group can be configured in `auto` mode. +This will try to automatically add all power sensors to the tracked group from you HA instance. +- All enabled power sensors with a `device_class` of `power` will be added to the tracked group. +- Excluding powercalc groups and the `main_power_sensor` if specified. + +Whenever a new power sensor is added or removed to your HA instance, the tracked group will update accordingly. + +If you prefer more granular control, you can disable auto mode and manually manage the sensors in the tracked group. +During configuration, the list of sensors will initially match the auto mode setup, but you’ll be able to modify it as needed. + +!!! note + + In manual mode, you must update the group manually whenever power sensors are added or removed from your system.