Automation

Create rules that are made of triggers and actions. A prominent example would be something like "Mute phone at work".

Here's a list of supported triggers and actions:

Supported triggers:
* Location
* Day/Time
* Charging state
* Battery level
* USB connection to computer established
* Current speed
* Background noise (only until Android 7)
* Wifi connection
* Other applications running
* Airplane mode
* Roaming status
* NFC tags
* Activity detection (not in F-Droid version)
* Bluetooth connection
* Headset connected
* Notifications of other apps
* Device orientation (gyroscope)
* Profile active or not
* Screen state (on or off)
* Status of media playback
* Device is starting
* Service is starting
* Broadcasts of other apps
* Router state
* System states (Bluetooth/wifi)
* Variables that have been set
* Calendar appointments
* Phone call running

Supported actions:
* Change wifi state
* Change bluetooth state
* Toggle USB tethering
* Toggle wifi tethering
* Toggle Bluetooth tethering
* Toggle automatic screen rotation
* Make an HTTP request
* Change ringtone/sound setting
* Start another application
* Wait (in between other actions)
* Turn screen on or off
* Toggle airplane mode
* Toggle mobile data connection
* Speak text
* Open music player
* Control media playback
* Change screen brightness
* Play sound file
* Create notifications
* Close notifications
* Send broadcasts
* Run script/command
* Maintain screen active
* Set variables
* Initiate phone calls
* Terminate phone calls
* Copy text to clipboard
* Make screenshot
* Change location setting
* Send text message

It's quite hard to keep this app working across the many different devices as well as the many changes Android undergoes over the versions. I can test it in the emulator, but that cannot show all bugs.
So if a certain feature is not working on your device - let me know. Over the years I have fixed almost all bugs that have been reasonably reported to me. But for that I'm dependent on your input.

If you have a problem and think about contacting me please
- update to the latest version first and see if your problem persists there, too.
- check this list of known problems first: https://server47.de/automation/index.php#knownProblems

Donations are certainly a good, but not the only way to motivate me :-)
* If you'd like to support me, you can also leave a positive review for the app on Google Play (https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.jens.automation2).
* If you like the app, simply some warm words via email are always appreciated.
* Furthermore I can always use help in translating the app. English, German and some Spanish are among my own skills. Italiano e russo sono già coperti. But everything else is more than welcome.
* If you have a talent/experience in graphics design and have some ideas for nicer icons let me know.
* If you have an interesting use-case or found a way to combine triggers and actions to achieve something intriguing and you think it's worth putting it on the examples page (https://server47.de/automation/examples.html), let me know.

Explanation of the many permissions can be found here: https://server47.de/automation/permissions.php

Is Automation free to download?
Yes. The APK file linked from this page is free. The developer may offer in-app purchases once installed, but obtaining the installer itself costs nothing.

What Android version does Automation require?
Android 4.1+ or newer. Installing on older devices may cause crashes or refuse to install.

Is Automation safe to install?
We link to the exact APK published by Jens Schröder. We do not modify the file. Still, as with any sideloaded app, scan it with a reputable antivirus before opening it, and only grant permissions the app genuinely needs.

How do I update Automation?
Install the newer version on top of the old one — Android will keep your data. If the signature differs, uninstall first (you may lose local progress).

Why is the app not installing?
Common causes: not enough storage, an older Android version than 4.1+, or a conflicting build already installed. Free up space, check your OS version, and uninstall any previous copy before retrying.

1. Tap the Download APK button above and save the file to your device.
2. Open your device Settings → Security (or Apps → Special access → Install unknown apps) and allow your file manager or browser to install unknown apps for this one file only.
3. Open the downloaded com.jens.automation2.apk file from your Downloads folder.
4. Tap Install and wait for Android to finish.
5. Open «Automation» by Jens Schröder and grant only the permissions it actually needs.
6. Revoke the "unknown sources" permission once you are done installing.

Note: this page hosts or links to the installer only. The application name, icon and description are provided for identification. All trademarks belong to their respective owners.